HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-6 PCDP Action-Objective tablePCDP Objective and Action Alignment Table Communication No. 2017-6
PCDP PCDP Action
Section Strategy Type Action Items or Objective
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Historic, Cultural, and Scenic Resources
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2.1.2.a
County Action
Create a County entity and adopt a process for identifying historic and cultural sites and
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advocating for their preservation and/or restoration within the County's permitting and approval
processes.
2.1.2.b
County Action
Adopt appropriate location -specific development standards and design guidelines for buildings,
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landscape treatment and public infrastructure for communities designated for Special Design
District status.
2.1.2.c
Aspirational
Protect cultural sites from destruction by development activity.
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Policy
2.1.2.d
County Action
Adopt "kanaka" building code standards to allow structures utilizing traditional Hawaiian building
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design and construction methods.
2.1.3.a
County Action
Propose Special Design Districts with detailed planning, design standards and review procedures
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(May 2015 - April 2016 Annual Report) Pahoa
• Pahoa
• Do the master plans for regional
for the following areas:
Regional Town Center Plan (PRTCP):
Master Plan:
town centers called for in the Puna
1) Volcano Village historic core and the separate Biosphere Reserve Buffer Zone (Section 2.2.3 a);
o The Pahoa Village Design Guidelines adopted by
Ord. 16-73
CDPs - that will address 80% of the
2) Pahoa Town;
Resolution Number 454-14
Lapse: June
problems listed. CDP calls for three
3) Kea'au Town; and
o Pahoa subcommittee working on guidelines for
30, 2019
levels of village, town and regional
4) Kurtistown-to-Mountain View corridor.
creating and organizing the Pahoa Design Review
centers.
Committee who will review development permits to
• Volcano — Wants to do
comply with Resolution Number 454-14
community plan. There is no
Volcano Long Range Plan:
recognized governance lower than
o The Volcano Long Range Planning Subcommittee has
county govt.
continued to engage the Volcano Community to gain
further insight and participation in the overall planning
process.
Mountain View Village Center Plan:
o Subcommittee has halted meetings until further
notice.
2.1.3.b
County Action
Propose amendments to the County building code to add standards for structures utilizing
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traditional Hawaiian building design and construction methods. There may be certain limitations
placed on the occupancy or use of these structures, such as for cultural purposes, accessory uses
and/or occasional gatherings only.
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Native Forests and Geological Features
2.2.2.a
Non -County
Adopt a Biosphere Reserve Buffer Zone (BRBZ) and designate a BRBZ Advisory Commission to guide
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development within the region's native forest through regulatory measures and economic
incentives.
2.2.2.b
County Action
Adopt regulatory measures, educational programs and incentives to preserve remnants of native
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ecosystems in Puna subdivisions, especially remnants at lower elevations.
2.2.2.c
County Action
Modify and enforce Chapter 10, Hawai'i County Code (HCC), to prevent storm water diversion to
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other properties.
2.2.2.d
County Action
Increase the County's role in helping to sustain the native forest, primarily through tax incentives,
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(May 2015 -April 2016 Annual Report) Building
new regulations and zoning changes.
in Puna Brochure - Work on the grubbing and grading
brochure continues and is awaiting approval of final
Provide tax incentives to encourage more landowners to participate in programs to preserve
draft.
2.2.2.e
Non -County
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Action
native species and to remove invasive species.
2.2.3.a
Non -County
Enact a BRBZ, either separately or as an overlay district for the Volcano area, to include proposing
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(May 2015 -April 2016 Annual Report) The
Volcano — Wants to do community
Action
the following provisions and other supporting measures:
Action Committee made comments and
plan. There is no recognized
1) Standards for maximum land disturbance within the BRBZ;
recommendations pertaining to the General Plan
governance lower than county
2) A system to monitor the'Ohi'a forest canopy within the BRBZ;
comprehensive update.
govt.
3) A set of economic incentives designed to reduce forest clearance and the number of
developable lots within the BRBZ;
4) Mitigation standards and procedures that provide guidelines for the restoration and re- planting
of disturbed areas;
5) A study to mitigate localized flooding in ecologically friendly ways, such as using vacant, forested
lots to absorb floodwaters (see also Action c. in Section 2.3.3);
6) Use of "small -footprint" septic tanks to reduce lot grading;
7) An expert advisory committee to assist in developing standards, project reviews and public
education programs related to the BRBZ;
8) Designation of unencumbered State-owned lands near Wright Road for either Natural Area
Reserve or Forest Reserve status;
9) Amendment to the General Plan to recognize the purpose and intent of the BRBZ and
designation of State-owned lands in the BRBZ to "Open";
10) Prohibition of'Ohana Dwelling Units within the BRBZ; and
11) Within the Volcano area, propose re -zoning agricultural- and residential -zoned lots to an
appropriate desi nation to prevent further subdivision.
2.2.3.b
County Action
Propose amendments to the grubbing and grading ordinance and/or the zoning code to protect
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native species, geological and historic features outside of the BRBZ by preventing pin -to -pin lot
grading, clearing and grading encroachments onto adjacent lots and water diversions into
adjoining properties. The new regulations should provide standards for the preservation of native
vegetation, review and public notice procedures for grading permits, and penalties for violations
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Aquifers, Coastal Waters and Stormwater
2.3.2.a
Aspirational
Plan for future potable and irrigation water demand and preserve a contamination -free zone in the
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2.3.3.a
Policy
portion of the aquifer in lower Puna for future development as a potable water source.
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2.3.2.b
Aspirational
Improve wastewater treatment methods and standards in areas designated for future aquifer use
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and in coastal areas.
2.3.2.c
Aspirational
Address the special challenges of managing storm water runoff on Puna's lava terrain on a
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watershed basis.
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2.3.3.a
Non -County
Encourage State legislation to prohibit the use of cesspools as a means for wastewater disposal in
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areas below 1,000 feet Mean Sea Level, with the objective of protecting both water quality in
coastal areas, as well as in the aquifer, particularly the portion underlying State-owned lands in the
Maku'u area, where there is potential to develop the source for community potable water wells
and agricultural irrigation purposes
2.3.3.b
Non -County
Seek State Department of Health acceptance of small -footprint septic wastewater treatment
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designs; for example, those using drip irrigation or low-pressure pipe and double -tank no -leach
field designs. Also, seek acceptance of small decentralized treatment systems and clustered septic
systems for wastewater treatment in village/town centers, clustered residential development and
other special circumstances
2.3.3.c
County Action
Prepare watershed management plans for the Volcano -to -Mountain View and Hawaiian Acres -to-
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Orchidland areas to address localized flooding problems.
2.3.3.d
Non -County
By agency agreements and control of zoning and building permits, ensure that a corridor of the
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Action
Puna watershed at least two miles wide including the Wao Kele O Puna forest area and State lands
mauka of Highway 130 between the'Ainaloa subdivision and Pahoa is protected from uses that
might contaminate groundwater.
2.3.3.e
Non -County
In areas below 100 feet above Mean Sea Level, propose amendments to the applicable laws,
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Action
ordinances and regulations that require all black wastewater disposal systems to be contained,
pumpable units or be connected to a collective treatment facility. Explore the use of Special
Management Area regulations to require this as part of permits for new development.
2.3.3.f
County Action
Based on the findings of the ongoing feasibility study for a wastewater treatment facility to service
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(May 2012 -April 2013 Anuual Report)
the Kapoho Beach Lots/Vacation land Hawaii area, the County shall support the funding of an
The Kapoho Wastewater Project (KWP) subcommittee
Environmental Assessment or an Environmental Impact Statement for such facility.
continued to urge dialogue among residents in the two
subdivisions that might develop consensus in either
moving forward with a wastewater collection and
treatment system or to initiate more proactive
measures through association by-laws to require
private system upgrades.
• The KWP SC was dissolved following a final report
from the SC indicating that financial constraints and the
inability to establish consensus within Kapoho Beach
Lots on a course of action.
2.3.3.g
Non -County
j Promote tax credits to Kapoho residents who convert their existing cesspools into aerobic
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Action
treatment systems.
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Shoreline Area
2.4.2.a
Aspirational
Improve data collection and analysis related to present and historic changes in shoreline
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2.4.3.a
Policy
conditions and resources.
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2.4.2.b
Aspirational
Expand the scope of regulations and review procedures for shoreline development to consider
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dynamic and interrelated potential hazards to development.
2.4.2.c
Aspirational
Strengthen the capacity of the County to identify important shoreline resources and evaluate
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2.4.3.b
Policy
idevelopment regulations and proposed developments in the shoreline area.
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2.4.2.d
JAspirational
Support actions consistent with the State of Hawaii Ocean Resources Management Plan.
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Royal Patents.
2.4.3.a
County Action
Draw upon coastal zone and geological expertise and technological resources in State agencies,
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the University of Hawaii, and the U.S. Geological Survey, as well as informed public comment, to
expand and improve the database, reference material and interpretive skills at the County level for
the review of shoreline area development proposals.
2.4.3.b
County Action
Retrieve and record information on trails and historic resources in the coastal zone, including the
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research of old survey and plat maps and various records of the Mahele, Land Commission and
Royal Patents.
2.4.3.c
County Action
Conduct historical and biological surveys, either permit -by -permit or on a region -wide basis, to
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improve the quality of decision-making on SMA and SLSB applications and State Shoreline
Certifications. Recommend increased scrutiny of applications for SMA permits to subdivide
property when it is probable under current trends and projections that it will be submerged at high
tide within 100 years
2.4.3.d
Non -County
Take into account special subsidence and storm wave conditions found in Puna, as identified by
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Action
research and informed public comment, in the determination of State Shoreline Certifications.
2.4.3.e
Non -County
Perform a collaborative study among County, State, Federal and University regulators and
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Action
researchers to observe and delineate the limits of inland wave wash following each large storm
and extra high tide event, and use these studies, in addition to informed public comment, to
develop and implement refined flood zone maps.
2.4.3.f
Policy Control
Develop and adopt special zoning and development regulations for the greater Kapoho area (Kipu
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Point to Pu`ala`a) to take into account the problems associated with ongoing and catastrophic
subsidence and property loss, pressure to develop lots for residential and commercial use, and
increasing demand for access to the shoreline area for recreational use. Request the State to make
some of their Kapoho area accreted lands available for integrated solutions, including
relocation/land exchange and new recreational opportunities.
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MANAGING GROWTH
Land Use Pattern
3.1.2.a
Aspirational
Implement tools for re -shaping the pattern of future development to prevent further sprawl, such
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as land pooling.
3.1.2.b
County Action
Develop a typology for existing and proposed village/town centers, including criteria for their
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Do the master plans for regional
location, scale, uses and design.
town centers called for in the Puna
CDPs - that will address 80% of the
problems listed. CDP calls for three
levels of village, town and regional
centers.
3.1.2.c
Aspirational
Enhance the role of existing and new village/town centers by allowing expanded commercial uses,
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Policy
facilitating the development of farmers markets and community gathering places, opportunities
for special needs housing, and infrastructure to support more compact development form and
multi -modal travel.
3.1.2.d
County Action
Create new village/town centers as necessary, in or near presently underserved subdivisions,
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• Need for health and welfare.
beginning with those experiencing higher rates of population growth so residents of those areas
Concerned about substandard
will have community activities and more convenient access to services.
subdivisions.
• Do the master plans for regional
town centers called for in the Puna
CDPs - that will address 80% of the
problems listed. CDP calls for three
levels of village, town and regional
centers.
3.1.2.e
County Action
Target investments in public services and infrastructure to promote the development of
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• Do the master plans for regional
village/town centers and, secondarily, to serve the peripheral subdivision areas.
town centers called for in the Puna
CDPs - that will address 80% of the
problems listed. CDP calls for three
levels of village, town and regional
centers.
3.1.2.f
County Action
Limit the size of dwellings and accessory uses that are allowed in non -conforming, agriculturally-
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zoned subdivisions to discourage excessive lot clearance and speculative building practices.
3.1.2.g
County Action
Identify a supporting role for the County in land assembly for the formation of village/town
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• Do the master plans for regional
centers.
town centers called for in the Puna
CDPs - that will address 80% of the
problems listed. CDP calls for three
levels of village, town and regional
centers.
3.1.2.h
Aspirational
Explore additional methods to protect native species habitat and historic features from
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development by use of economic incentives, development restrictions, and district -wide rezoning.
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3.1.2.1
Non -County
Provide tax relief for properties whose development rights have been reduced through
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conservation easements and similar measures.
3.1.2.j
Aspirational
Explore innovative methods to reduce property speculation, such as elevated tax rates associated
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Policy
with rapid resale, and/or district -wide rezoning.
3.1.2.k
Aspirational
Where possible, reduce density and build -out within the district by various means including
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selective rezoning.
3.1.3.a
County Action
Provide County support for land use entitlements and land assembly for village center formation
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• Wants monthly meetings for the
and voluntary land pooling projects by:
Puna CDP Action Committee (AC).
1) Initiating a special use permit request or petition for a land use district boundary amendment
CDPS are hobbled. Wants better
for uses that would require such designations under State law;
resources for community
2) Seeking an amendment to the State Land Use Law (Chapter 205, Hawai'i Revised Statutes) that
associations to do planning at that
would enable the adoption of special "rural town/village" standards for locations meeting certain
level.
criteria in the State Agriculture District or State Rural District, subject to a review and approval
process that is simpler than the present method of boundary amendment;
3) Seeking State enabling legislation to allow County retention of lots that are in foreclosure for
delinquent real property tax payments rather than having them auctioned for sale to the highest
bidder, so that they can be used for relocation purposes when other properties are acquired for
future rights-of-way, public facilities, land assembly related to village/town center development,
or other objectives of the community development plan; and
4) Extending technical assistance and advice to a community-based land pooling association
concerning legal and financial aspects of land pooling as they relate to County or State legal
requirements and tax policies.
(Nov. 2008 -March 2011 Progress Report) The
3.1.3.b
County Action
Establish the following general classifications and locations for village and town centers in Puna:
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Volcano — Wants to do community
1) Kea'au, Pahoa, and Hawaiian Paradise Park shall serve as Regional Town Centers to provide a
County opened the new Pahoa police station in
plan. There is no recognized
wide range of services for the Puna district;
February 2011, which offers driver's license
governance lower than county
2) Community Village Centers shall provide a more limited range of services in smaller existing
renewal and vehicle registration services.
govt.
urban settlements and in large subdivisions that are experiencing the greatest rates of build -out;
namely, at'Ainaloa, Kurtistown, Maku'u Homesteads, Mountain View, two or more locations in
Hawaiian Paradise Park, and at Volcano; and
3) Neighborhood Village Centers shall be the smallest in scale and located in underserved remote
communities and in subdivisions with relatively small lot sizes and significant rates of population
growth.
3.1.3.c
Policy Control
Facilitate land use entitlements and other tools for the development of existing and future
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• Streamline zoning now stifled by
village/town centers and special design districts by:
county planning, need affordable
1) Recommending approval of applications for commercial zoning or use permits for existing
housing, eliminate special use
commercial uses in designated village/town centers that do not presently have appropriate
permits,
entitlements, and for proposed uses at appropriate nearby locations, provided that the size and
use of the expansion area conforms to the criteria applicable to the type of village/town center at
that location; and
2) Recommending denial of applications for zone changes for commercial or light industrial use on
sites that are not within designated village/town centers.
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1.3.d Policy Control Facilitate land use entitlements and financing for the development of new village/town centers by: A
1) Creating a regional town center plan for each village/town area as prescribed in Section 5.2.1;
and
2) Providing loan guarantees or making grants to community associations or partnerships for the
development of necessary infrastructure for the village/town center.
3.1.3.e County Action Propose amendments to the zoning code and/or apply district -wide rezoning to limit allowable A
building footprint on residential and agricultural -zoned lands, except for sites designated as
village/town centers or for land pooling projects.
3.1.3.f County Action Require County agencies to establish Level of Service standards for County infrastructure and A
services and report periodically on the degree to which these standards are being met in Puna and
proposed steps towards meeting those standards, if they are not being achieved.
(May 2015 -April 2016 Annual Report) PRTCP -
• Pahoa
1) Pahoa Village Design Guidelines adopted by
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Master Plan:
Resolution No 454-14
Ord. 16-73
2) Pahoa Design Review Committee formed
the Puna Community Development Plan (PCDP) with respect to the use and development of its
Lapse: June
VLRP -
30, 2019
1) Work continues
• Volcano
MTVC -
Master Plan:
1) Work halted
(May
Ord. 16-73
2014 -April 2015 Annual Report) Pahoa
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Lapse: June
Regional Town Center Plan (PRTCP):
30.2019
o The Pahoa Village Design Guidelines adopted by
Resolution Number 454-14
o Ordinances amending Chapters 3 (Sign Code) and 25
(Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code to provide
for: (1) establishment ofthe Pahoa Design District; (2)
procedures for project review against the adopted
design guidelines; and (3) special sign regulations for
the Pahoa Design District have been drafted, approved
by the Pahoa Regional Town Center Plan
Subcommittee, the Puna CDP Action Committee, and
the Planning Commission and submitted to the County
Council for adoption.
o FY 2014-15 CIP Budget included $2,161,000 to extend
Post Office Road between Pahoa Village Road and the
new Pahoa Park.
o Allotment approved for $300,000 in FY 2013-14 CIP
project for the Pahoa Sewer Feasibility Study.
• Wants monthly meetings for the
Puna CDP Action Committee (AC).
CDPS are hobbled. Wants better
resources for community
associations to do planning at that
evel.
3.1.3.g
Non -County
Urge the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) to conform to the goals and objectives of
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Action
the Puna Community Development Plan (PCDP) with respect to the use and development of its
lands.
3.1.3.h
County Action
Propose reduction of property tax assessments and payments to token amounts for properties
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whose development rights have been removed or significantly and permanently reduced by means
of a conservation easement, land pooling or similar measure
3.1.3.i
County Action
Conduct a study on the impacts from subdivision build -out based on predictions related to: native
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ecosystems; potential potable water well sites; and flooding due to loss of forest.
3.1.3.j
County Action
Propose amendments to the current legal requirement that notice of pending applications for
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special permits, variances and zoning changes be given to property owners within a greater
distance from the affected site than is now reauired by law
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Agriculture and Economic Development
3.2.2.a
Aspirational
Discourage urban growth and further subdivision on lands that have been identified as having
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potential value for agricultural use through appropriate zoning re -designations and new code
provisions.
3.2.2.b
County Action
Create larger lots for agricultural use in existing small -lot subdivisions through land pooling and
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other methods.
3.2.2.c
Aspirational
Discourage real estate speculation on agriculturally -zoned lands.
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Policy
3.2.2.d
County Action
Provide County tax incentives to promote and preserve agricultural use of lands that are currently
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or historically in agricultural use.
3.2.2.e
County Action
Provide sites and infrastructure for farmers markets at County parks and proposed village/town
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centers.
3.2.2.f
County Action
Form partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions to advance education and
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training in two sectors:
—'Green' sector, to include agriculture, alternative energy, resource recycling and recovery, and
other related areas; and
— The information technology sector.
3.2.2.g
Aspirational
Support agricultural tourism with emphasis on events such as orchid celebrations, papaya festivals,
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locally -produced food festivals (i.e., "Taste of Puna").
3.2.2.h
Aspirational
Promote farm business such as local food stores and "farm stay" bed and breakfasts.
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Policy
These can be coupled with youth training programs for low income youth.
3.2.2.1
Aspirational
Provide infrastructure support for youth education and job training in the technology and
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agricultural sectors.
3.2.2.j
County Action
Protect quality agricultural lands, especially fallow agricultural lands, through community land
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trusts or with tax incentives for farmers.
3.2.2.k
Aspirational
Create new "green" employment opportunities in the agricultural, alternative energy, and natural
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resources management in Puna.
3.2.3.a
Policy Control
Recommend limiting variances that allow subdivisions that rely on water catchment or roads that
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• Need for health and welfare.
do not meet subdivision road standards to a maximum of six lots, unless the subdivision results in
Concerned about substandard
lots averaging at least twenty acres in size or averaging at least four times the minimum lot size
subdivisions.
allowed by zoning, up to an absolute limit of twenty lots. Where lots were created by previous
water catchment and/or road variances, and the variance provided that further variances should
not be allowed, enforce those provisions by denying further variances on such lots.
3.2.3.b
County Action
Recommend reviewing the rezoning of all Agricultural (A) zoned parcels in the State Agricultural
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District in Puna to a zoning that would be consistent with the goals and policies of the Puna
Community Development Plan.
3.2.3.c
Policy Control
Recommend reviewing the Urban Expansion Area designations in the County of Hawai'i General
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(May 2012 -April 2013 Anuual Report) The
Plan LUPAG, except where they correspond to the recommended Regional Town Center and
Planning Director initiated amendments to LUPAG map
industrial boundaries.
were adopted by County Council as Ordinance No. 12-
89 on June 8, 2012 and signed by Mayor Kenoi on June
27, 2012.
3.2.3.d
Non -County
Seek State legislation to impose a higher conveyance tax rate and/or capital gains taxes on Puna
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Action
properties that are re -sold within a short period, with exceptions for properties providing
affordable housing
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3.2.3.e
Non -County
Seek State legislation to allow the County to hold onto properties that are in foreclosure due to
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property taxes in arrears rather than immediately auctioning them to the highest bidder in order
to:
- Discourage speculative re -sale and/or building;
-Allow the use of these properties in land pooling projects in nonconforming subdivision
that would create larger lots committed to agricultural use;
Protect unknown natural and cultural sites or features;
Provide educational programs for agriculture, forestry and natural resources management;
and
Support community land trusts and land exchanges.
3.2.3.f
County Action
Provide land and infrastructure for farmers' markets within village/town centers.
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(May 2013 -April 2014 Annual Report) Allotment
approved for $1.2 million in FY 2013-14 CDP budget for
land acquisition in Pahoa. Negotiations with land
owners are on-going. (May 2012 -April 2013 Anuual
Report) • $3,259,000 for the acquisition
of approximately 3.75 acres in central Pahoa Town and
the design and construction of public roadway, parking
and other facilities including a farmer's market.
3.2.3.8
Non -County
Seek State legislation or rule-making to allow local agricultural producers to make direct sales to
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consumers at County -designated farmers markets at the 0.5% general excise tax rate rather than
the 4.0% rate that applies to retail sales.
3.2.3.h
County Action
Develop an agri/eco-tourism policy, including necessary zoning legislation. Provide County
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assistance and support for agri-tourism, emphasizing and prioritizing off -farm agri-tourism
opportunities such as farmers markets, special events; restaurants specializing in local food
products; and fusion of local agricultural products with cultural and arts events in Puna. As a
second priority, the agri/eco-tourism policy would promote on-farm opportunities, but only where
infrastructure exists, and not in private subdivisions with private roads.
3.2.3.i
County Action
Develop business incubator districts in Kea'au, Pahoa and Mountain View where small businesses
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can, for a start-up period of two to three years, occupy spaces at subsidized rent, share
receptionist and other common support services and facilities, and have access to business
mentoring, marketing skills training, and product promotion programs.
3.2.3.j
County Action
Promote use of the incentives offered by the designation of an Enterprise Zone within Puna to
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attract businesses to establish in the area and employ Puna residents.
3.2.3.k
Non -County
Support the partnership of the Hawai'i Community College (HCC) and The Bay Clinic to establish a
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• Lack of jobs and focus on
Action
youth business center in Kea'au to develop entrepreneurial spirit in youth, increase employment
economic development. Plenty of
options and job readiness, and increase college enrollment, with a focus on technology skills.
models for rural communities to
utilize that have been effective
catalysts for job creation. Hawaiian
Shores/Beaches needs second
route out of subdivision.
3.2.3.1
Non -County
Support the development of a community-based organic farming operation and training facility in
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Action
or near Puna, in cooperation with the University of Hawai'i at Hilo (UH Hilo) and HCC.
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3.2.3.m
Aspirational
Develop job opportunities in Puna in renewable energy generation, especially solar power
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• Lack of jobs and focus on
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installations, but also bio -fuel crops and direct -use geothermal applications.
economic development. Plenty of
models for rural communities to
utilize that have been effective
catalysts for job creation. Hawaiian
Shores/Beaches needs second
route out of subdivision.
3.2.3.n
County Action
Conduct a study to define and identify important agricultural lands in Puna, recognizing the
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district's unique soil and climate conditions and opportunities for diversified agricultural
enterprises.
3.2.3.0
County Action
Create a real property tax exemption (perhaps 4 to 6 years) for farmers entitled to Federal crop
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lossinsurance.
3.2.3.p Non -County Encourage organic farming and gardening by establishing a Puna agriculture scholarship with HCC
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Action and UH Hilo.
Social Services and Housing
3.3.2.a
Non -County
Seek additional locations for medical/substance abuse/senior home care treatment facilities in
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• Need homeless shelter, substance
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both lower and upper Puna.
abuse reform, too difficult, current
building code adds too much
expense for low income residents.
• Wants the PCMC expansion
project advanced. Full service
medical center - Hilo too far
3.3.2.b
Non -County
Provide effective and readily accessible substance abuse treatment and prevention services within
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Puna.
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3.3.2.c
Non -County
Provide transitional shelter and programs to assist homeless Puna residents in moving toward self-
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• Need more water spigots, police
Action
sufficient status.
presence, homeless, building code,
wifi,
• Need low income housing, drop in
center for homeless, public
amenities, bathrooms, parking,
• Need homeless shelter, substance
abuse reform, too difficult, current
building code adds too much
expense for low income residents.
• Need homeless shelter, lots of
successful models Bend OR,
Ashland OR, drug free zones -use
that. Bad permitting process.
Lifestyle decisions - non standard
housing.
• Need low income housing and
homeless drop in center.
3.3.2.d
Non -County
Support initiatives by DHHLto develop appropriate projects for housing and job opportunities for
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Action
Native Hawaiians in Puna.
3.3.2.e
Aspirational
Increase the availability of accessible and affordable housing through self-help programs,
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• Need low income housing, drop in
Policy
government assistance and innovative housing tenure arrangements, such as co -housing, limited
center for homeless, public
equity cooperatives, and community land trusts.
amenities, bathrooms, parking,
• Streamline zoning now stifled by
county planning, need affordable
housing, eliminate special use
permits,
• Need low income housing and
homeless drop in center.
3.3.2.f
Aspirational
Increase opportunity for community involvement in public education.
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Policy
3.3.2.g
Non -County
Urge the State to locate its community facilities, such as public schools, in designated village/town
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Action
centers, and to design them in conformance to the criteria applicable to the type of village/town
center at that location.
3.3.2.h
Non -County
College level classes and vocational training opportunities should be provided in the Puna district
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Action
in order to make post high school education more accessible to Puna residents and to help create
a more highly -trained and skilled local workforce for emerging industries and commerce.
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PCDP Objective and Action Alignment Table
Non -County Develop a centrally -located, 24-hour, full-service medical facility, with trauma care, in Puna.
Action Establish multiple clinic level facilities offering primary medical and dental services in village
centers in Upper and Lower Puna. Expand existing County -funded transportation services to carry
people from subdivisions to medical facilities.
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(May 2013 -April 2014 Annual Report) o
PCMC has received donations from: Nanawale CA
($1,000) and Hawaiian Beaches CA ($1,293) to support
the Building Fund for its proposed Emergency Room.
o PCMC received $5,000 from Councilman Zendo Kern's
contingency fund to help defray the costs of planning
and permitting.
o A State Grant -in -Aid application to fund the planning
and permitting costs of the PCMC emergency room
resulted in a $750,000 award, which has not yet been
released.
o A Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) was issued
in June 2014 for the Final Environmental Assessment
submitted for the use of State Land for the proposed
relocation of the Puna Community Medical Center. A
lease has not yet been finalized.
o Over 35,000 patient visits have been documented
since 2009.
(Nov. 2008 -March 2011 Progress Report)
Puna Community Medical Center, a non-profit, has
opened in the Pahoa Marketplace.
• Kea'au Urgent Care clinic opened in Kea'au village.
• Need for transportation to go to
medical appointments, maintaining
recreational facilities.
Infrastructure is needed and
expensive. Need better
connectivity & emergency
response.
• Wants the PCMC expansion
project advanced. Full service
medical center- Hilo too far
PCDP Objective and Action Alignment Table
Non -County Establish "one-stop centers" at Pahoa, Kea`au, Volcano, Mt. View, Hawaiian Paradise Park and
Action Kurtistown to provide referrals, support and advocacy related to the following issues:
Substance abuse treatment and prevention;
Assistance for housing, special needs housing, homeless persons, and community development;
-Teen pregnancy prevention/birth control;
Child care and elder care options;
Transportation and service coordination;
Employment;
Serving clients with disabilities;
Domestic violence screening/abatement/prevention;
Access to medical services and complementary health services, including nursing programs for
homebound clients; and
- Access to clean water and education on catchment water.
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(Nov. 2008 -March 2011 Progress Report) The
Build partnerships between the County and non-profit organizations to increase the range of social
• Need more water spigots, police
Neighborhood Place of Puna opened their second site
• Lack of jobs and focus on
presence, homeless, building code,
in Mountain View offering one-stop access to a variety
wifi,
of social services.
• Need a clean place for homeless
to shower, homeless not be
models for rural communities to
criminalization, drop in center,
secondary access,
• Need low income housing, drop in
catalysts for job creation. Hawaiian
center for homeless, public
amenities, bathrooms, parking,
Shores/Beaches needs second
• Need homeless shelter, substance
abuse reform, too difficult, current
route out of subdivision.
3.3.3.d
Non -County
building code adds too much
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expense for low income residents.
Action
Humanity to do their own plumbing and electrical work on modest -sized dwellings in order to
• Need for health and welfare.
presence, homeless, building code,
Concerned about substandard
lower self-help housing construction costs.
subdivisions.
wifi,
3.3.3.e
• Need low income housing and
Offer educational programs, through the County Office of Housing and Community Development,
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homeless drop in center.
• Wants the PCMC expansion
project advanced. Full service
awareness of effective rental strategies for owners and tenants.
medical center - Hilo too far
3.3.3.c
County Action
Build partnerships between the County and non-profit organizations to increase the range of social
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• Lack of jobs and focus on
services and economic development opportunities.
economic development. Plenty of
models for rural communities to
utilize that have been effective
catalysts for job creation. Hawaiian
Shores/Beaches needs second
route out of subdivision.
3.3.3.d
Non -County
Seek State enabling legislation to allow homeowners and organizations such as Habitat for
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• Need more water spigots, police
Action
Humanity to do their own plumbing and electrical work on modest -sized dwellings in order to
presence, homeless, building code,
lower self-help housing construction costs.
wifi,
3.3.3.e
County Action
Offer educational programs, through the County Office of Housing and Community Development,
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to develop financial skills of renters who seek opportunities for home ownership, and to develop
awareness of effective rental strategies for owners and tenants.
3.3.3.f
County Action
Sponsor, through the County Office of Housing and Community Development, programs to
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increase homeownership opportunities, such as the Home Investment Partnerships Program for
mutual self-help housing development and limited -equity cooperatives.
3.3.3.g
County Action
Promote multi -family housing — especially for those with special needs, such as the elderly — in
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designated regional or communitv village/town centers.
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3.3.3.h
County Action
Propose amendments to building codes to allow occupancy of residential dwellings before final
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• Need more water spigots, police
inspection and to facilitate bringing non -conforming structures up to the code effective at the time
presence, homeless, building code,
of their initial construction.
wifi,
• Need homeless shelter, substance
abuse reform, too difficult, current
building code adds too much
expense for low income residents.
• Revise building codes. Need
better internet services. Don't
punish the people for being unable
to comply with laws. Need smart
planning.
3.3.3.i
Non -County
Urge the State to increase local control over public schools in Puna by measures such as:
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Action
1) Changing the structure of school boards to provide greater local representation and decision-
making;
2) Changing Department of Education (DOE) policy to allow smaller schools at more dispersed
locations; and/or
3) Removing the cap on the formation of new charter schools.
3.3.3.j
Non -County
Urge the State to establish a Hawai'i Community College/UH-Hilo satellite campus in Puna.
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Action
Public Safety and Sanitation Services
3.4.2.a
Aspirational
Provide additional locations for emergency services to reduce the response time to a larger
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• Puna
• Need more water spigots, police
Policy
percentage of residents.
Regional Fire
presence, homeless, building code,
Station: Ord.
wifi,
16-73
Lapse: June
30, 2019
• Puna Police
Station: Ord.
16-73
Lapse: June
30, 2019
3.4.2.b
Non -County
Improve and broaden communications access for a larger number of residents.
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Action
3.4.3.a
County Action
Develop permanent fire stations at Hawaiian Beaches/Shores, Hawaiian Paradise Park, lower
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(Nov. 2008 -March 2011 Progress Report)
Volcano, and Mountain View, with emergency paramedical services.
New County of Hawai'i fire station opened in Pahoa.
• The Kilauea Military Camp fire station in Volcanoes
National Park acquired by the County as a new
permanent County fire station.
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3.4.3.b
County Action
Provide additional volunteer fire stations and expanded programs for training community
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Nanawale Community Association has enlisted four of
emergency/readiness volunteers in all large subdivisions as suitable sites become available and the
the six volunteer firepersons necessary to establish the
growth in the subdivision warrants.
station.
3.4.3.c
Non -County
Promote free wireless internet services to Puna's subdivisions, starting with those that lack cable
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• Need more water spigots, police
Action
service.
presence, homeless, building code,
wifi,
• Revise building codes. Need
better internet services. Don't
punish the people for being unable
to comply with laws. Need smart
planning.
3.4.3.d
Non -County
Provide more emergency call boxes along State highways.
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Action
3.4.3.e
Non -County
Encourage enhancement of cell phone service to expand coverage to more remote areas.
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(May 2011 -April 2012 Annual Report)
Action
The Fern Acres Community Association has polled its
members and convinced Oceanic Time Warner that
enough residents are interested in purchasing service
to warrant installing internet/cable lines along several
streets in the subdivision.
• The State of Hawai'i established a Hawai'i Broadband
Working Group.
• Governor Abercrombie established a link to test the
broadband speed in Hawai'i communities in orderto
identify underserved areas.
3.4.3.f
County Action
Boost the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) recycling budget to develop an
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(May 2011 -April 2012 Annual Report) Upgrades
economy and to create more jobs related to recycling.
to the Pahoa and Kea'au Transfer Stations have been
completed and included upgrades to the recycling,
green -waste, and re -use facilities.
3.4.3.g
County Action
Increase County resources to handle the abandoned/derelict car removal program.
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3.4.3.h
County Action
Provide public financial support for the development of utility and potable water connections, and
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• Pahoa WW
• Need Wastewater Treatment
wastewater treatment facilities, within approved village/town centers where they are desired by
Feasibility:
Substation for Pahoa —the scope of
residents or needed to support planned and approved development.
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this project currently stops one
Lapse: June
parcel short of the state land
30, 2019
acquired for the Puna Community
• Mt. View
Medical Center (PCMC). Need to
Water Spigot:
expand scope.
Ord. 16-73
• Need more water spigots, police
Lapse: June
presence, homeless, building code,
30, 2019
wifi,
• Need wastewater feasibility study
for Pahoa
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Parks and Recreation
3.5.2.a
County Action
Adopt the following classification for expansion and improvement of parks in Puna:
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4) Camp Ground: An area with potable water and restroom facilities for overnight tent camping,
which may be available on a permit or fee-for-service basis.
5) Coastal Activity Area: A shoreline recreational area that is accessed by a park or a public
easement.
6) Community Park: A recreational park or facility intended to be used primarily by residents of the
area that is owned and maintained by the County or by a private entity with unrestricted public
access.
7) Linear Park: A recreational, non -motorized pathway (except motorized wheelchairs), which may
be inter -connected or within a right-of-way of an existing or new roadway, and is separated from
travel lanes and adjacent properties by a landscaped buffer, with occasional rest stops or viewing
spots.
8) Preserve: A site with features of significant natural or historic value that provides minimal
facilities for public visitation, such as interpretive signage, a walking trail and small parking area,
and is maintained by a stewardship program.
3.5.2.b
Aspirational
Encourage the collocation of schools, parks and senior centers to promote interactivity between
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Policy
community members of all ages.
3.5.2.c
County Action
Identify lands to be used for parks in connection with subdivision interconnectivity.
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Kikala-Keokea
New Park:
Ord. 16-73
Lapse: June
30, 2019
3.5.3.a
County Action
Consider expanding the Camp Ground at MacKenzie State Park to include public property south of
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MacKenzie.
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PCDP Objective and Action Alignment Table
County Action Improve and expand Coastal Activity Areas as follows:
1) At Ahalanui Beach Park: (1) accessibility improvements; (2) screened changing area next to
showers designed to blend with natural surroundings; (3) repairs to parking lot surface; and (4)
added picnic tables.
2) Consider hand -developed modifications to the tidepools east of Pohoiki Bay beyond the area
known as "Shacks" for use as "keiki pools", but retain traditional fish -netting use.
3) Pursue development of a camp ground and/or ocean recreation park with potential boat launch
ramp and marina facilities on State—owned accreted land at Cape Kumukahi, provided that
Hawaiian burial sites are adequately protected and respected.
4) Consider acquisition and development of Honolulu Landing, Kapoho Crater (Green Lake) and
Sand Hill.
5) Develop support facilities for the use of the State-owned park at Kehena Beach.
6) Encourage the development of a hiking and coastal trail and camp system to provide for
pedestrian recreational opportunities.
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(May 2014 -April 2015 Annual Report) o
• Ahalanui/
Two large appropriations were approved in FY 2012-
Pohoiki
2013 and FY 2013-2014 for improvements to expand
Swimming
and improve the beach parks at Ahalanui and Pohoiki.
Area: Ord. 16 -
This included construction of permanent restroom
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facilities.
Lapse: June
o A meeting with Army Corp of Engineers, P&R, Russell
30, 2019
Ruderman, & community group. The idea of an
• Isaac Hale
alternative location for the swimming area was
Expansion:
discussed. The purchase of the 26 acres at Pohoiki by
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the county under the auspices of PONC is needed
Lapse: June
before this location can be evaluated. The project is on
30, 2019
hold pending purchase. The lava emergency also
• Ahalanui
stalled progress. (May 2013 -April 2014
Comfort
Annual Report) o Funding to make
Stations: Ord.
corrections in signage, security, and fencing are
16-73
identified in the current County capital improvement
Lapse: June
budget (CIP).
30, 2019
o AC Champion & community group met with
Councilmen Ilagan and Kern to present ideas
o Parks and Recreation sent letter supporting the
project to Sen. Russell Ruderman.
o July 2013 - Group met with Sen. Russell Ruderman at
Pohoiki and discussed the community vision and how to
proceed from here.
o Resolution 133-13 approved by the Council
supporting the development of a safe swimming area
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my Action & Improve and expand Community Parks as follows:
uisition 1) Develop new Community Parks in:
�a) Hawaiian Acres subdivision, at three sites to be determined later through a community
involvement process;
b) The North Kulani Road area, between (hope and Huina Roads;
c) Glenwood, on makai side of South Glenwood Road;
d) Nanawale Estates subdivision;
e) Leilani Estates subdivision;
f) Orchidland Estates subdivision; and
g) The mauka portion of Hawaiian Beaches subdivision.
2) Pahoa Regional Park: (1) Convert the existing fire station into a one-stop community center
providing, but not limited to, a senior center with certified kitchen for congregate meals program
and activities/dining room, linkages, support and advocacy for affordable housing, employment,
home bound access, child care, teen pregnancy, substance abuse and domestic violence
intervention; (2) Repair pump and provide solar heating system and heat -retaining cover for
swimming pool; (3) Provide art center and covered performance stage; (4) Provide children's
museum and playground; (5) Develop skateboard park; (6) Provide sheltered picnic areas; (7) Build
loop access road to lessen traffic on Pahoa main street; and (8) Provide lighted parking areas and
walking paths linked to Pahoa village center.
3) Shipman (Kea'au) Regional Park: (1) Add interior fencing and rearrange the parking layout to
reduce safety hazard to children chasing balls; (2) Provide more shade, seating, and picnic tables
for attendees at games and events; (3) Add a large pavilion for team and family activities; (4)
Develop additional fields for football and baseball; (5) Provide additional lighting and restrooms;
and (6) Develop a new gym at Shipman Regional Park or acquire the National Guard Armory for
this use.
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Pahoa Regional Park completed - grand opening on
October 29, 2016
(May 2015 -April 2016 Annual Report)
o Park construction has resumed after being halted
because of June 27th Lava Flow. (May
2014 -April 2015 Annual Report)
o October 2013 - FONSI granted for Environmental
Assessment Pahoa Park Expansion Master Plan.
o Engineering and design nearing completion and
construction expected to begin before the end of 2014.
o Park construction halted because of June 27th Lava
Flow
o First Phase scope had been initially reduced due to
lava concerns but was fully reinstated. (May 2013 -
April 2014 Annual Report)
o Mt. View playground equipment installed and open
for keiki use. (May 2012 -
April 2013 Annual Report) • $20 million
appropriated in FY 2013-14 CIP Budget for Pahoa Park
expansion.
• Draft EA for Pahoa Park expansion is being prepared
and is expected to be published in mid -2013.
• $200,000 appropriated in FY 2013-14 CIP Budget for
new roofing and gutters on A.J. Wyatt Gym. (May 2011 -
April 2012 Annual Report) • The HPP
Board of Directors voted to reject the Dept. of Parks &
Recreation proposal to develop a new County Park in
• Mt. View I • Need low income housing, drop
Bldgs: Ord.
Lapse: June
30, 2019
• Pahoa
Town Center
Land
Acquisition
(Parking Lot):
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Lapse: June
30, 2019
center for homeless, public
amenities, bathrooms, parking,
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my Action & 4) Develop a new District Park on a 20 -acre parcel owned by Hawaiian Paradise Park Owners'
uisition Association at 16th Avenue and Maku'u Drive. Improvements would include a swimming pool, a
gym, field complex and community center.
5) Develop recreational programs to complement use of Cooper Center and Volcano Community
Park in partnership with the Volcano Community Association.
6) Provide accessibility, playground and other improvements at Mountain View Community Park
and A. J. Watt Gym.
7) Expand hours of operation and night lighting for some outdoor activities at regional and larger
community parks to serve working adults and young retirees.
8) Develop a new senior center in Mountain View with a certified kitchen for a congregate meals
program, room for activities and dining, restrooms, and van vehicle and staff.
9) Provide in each village center a recreational park and village green that is scaled and designed to
fit the needs of the community that the village center serves.
10) To supplement Community Parks, make recreation facilities and meeting rooms at public
schools available for community use after school hours, whether through direct requests from a
community representative to a school principal or a formal standing agreement between the
County and the Department of Education.
11) Create small parks as part of right-of-way acquisition for new connecting road segments
between subdivisions (see Section 4.3). This may consist of lot remnants that are not needed for
County Action & Create and improve Linear Parks as follows:
Acquisition 1) When acquiring rights-of-way for constructing new roadways or improving existing major
roadways, make provisions for parallel multi -use recreational trails with appropriate landscaped
buffers on either side and provide connections to other such existing or planned trails, to the
extent possible.
2) Complete development of Old Volcano Trail as a pedestrian and bicycle pathway.
3) Acquire the former railroad right-of-way from Kapoho through Hawaiian Paradise Park and
develop it for hiking, bicycling and horse -back riding.
4) Plan for the acquisition and development of the former railroad right-of-way from Hawaiian
Paradise Park to Railroad Avenue in Hilo for bicycle, pedestrian and horse -back riding, provided
that measures are taken to protect agricultural uses of adjoining lands.
5) Plan for public access along Old Government Road (coastal trail) as a bicycle and hiking trail with
natural and cultural resource interpretive program.
A Isee cell above
A Albizia "tree tunnel" along the Pahoa-Kapoho Rd. taken
out by hurricane Iselle. (May 2013 -
April 2014 Annual Report) o FY 2014-15
CIP budget request submitted by the AC for widening
and scraping the shoulder of Highway 132 from Pahoa
to the 4mm to allow for safer pedestrian and bicycle
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use.
o Councilman Ilagan and DPW Director Warren Lee
informed about concerns over the hazardous situation
presented by the Albizia "tree tunnel" along the Pahoa-
Kapoho Rd.
o Propose development of the Beach Road right-of-way
that connects Kahakai Blvd. to Maku'u Dr. as a paved
bicycle path and 25mph roadway.
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above
see cell above
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3.6.3.a
County Action
Apply Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards for public buildings, with a
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minimum goal of silver level.
3.6.3.b
County Action
Investigate the use of ground -water cooling systems for public buildings.
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3.6.3.c
County Action
Promote energy efficiency standards for larger residences. Applicable standards might include
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better insulation for the outer walls, low -emissivity windows and doors, reduction of roof heat
gain, and use of energy-efficient appliances.
3.6.3.d
County Action
Incorporate energy-efficient features into the construction of lower-cost homes with the use of
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public subsidies.
3.6.3.e
Non -County
Establish a Renewable Energy Research & Development fund with University of Hawaii at Hilo.
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Action
3.6.3.f
Non -County
Apply the Public Utilities Commission Public Benefits Fund as incentives to homeowners and
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Action
landlords to retrofit dwellings for alternative energy devices and systems, using a sliding scale to
provide greater subsidies to low-income households. The County may augment this with matching
grants and low-interest loans.
3.6.3.g
Non -County
Negotiate a direct use of geothermal agreement for agricultural uses as part of any expansion of
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Action
the capacity of the Puna Geothermal Venture plant.
3.6.3.h
Non -County
Promote biomass energy and fuel production using wood chips from exotic trees.
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Action
3.6.3.i
Non -County
Pursue the development of new renewable energy sources such as Ocean Thermal Energy
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Action
Conversion (OTEC), wave -energy generation and solar energy capture as the technology advances
to make an investment in such a demonstration and production facility in Puna feasible.
1) To facilitate this, pursue an ocean energy subzone or enterprise zone designation for a section
of coastal land in Puna, preferably on State land, in order to encourage research and production of
ocean -based alternative energy systems and facilities.
2) In addition to energy generation, cold water aquaculture and agricultural processing should be
encouraged and accommodated, including refrigerated warehouse and processing facilities, hot-
water treatment of agricultural products, and agricultural product washing and packing facilities.
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TRANSPORTATION
Traffic Demand Management
4.1.2.a
Non -County
Promote ride -sharing, van -pools, and car-pooling.
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Action
4.1.2.b
Non -County
Expand telecommuting opportunities.
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Action
4.1.2.c
Aspirational
Provide more services and employment within Puna's village and town centers.
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Policy
4.1.2.d
Aspirational
Create new employment opportunities in Puna in order to reduce long commuting.
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Policy
4.1.3.a
Non -County
Promote van pool and ride -sharing alternatives more actively by working through major employers
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Action
and large institutions such as UH Hilo and HCC, which can offer incentives such as preferential
parking for ride -share vehicles.
4.1.3.b
Non -County
Promote staggered work hours and telecommuting with major employers and institutions as a
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Action
means to reduce peak period traffic, focusing on the following:
- Researching and implementing telecommuting and staggered work hours for County and State
employees; and
- Researching feasibility of starting UH Hilo classes no earlierthan 9:30 a.m.
4.1.3.c
Non -County
Facilitate telecommuting by developing a wireless communications network that enables most
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Action
Puna residents to gain free access to the Internet.
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Mass Transit
4.2.2.a
County Action
Convert the present Hele-On Bus routes and services to a "hub -and -spoke" system, with
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paratransit vehicles bringing passengers from outlying areas to Hele-On Bus hubs and also
distributing passengers within the Hilo area.
4.2.2.b
County Action
Coordinate County transit services with special needs paratransit services and school
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• Need for transportation to go to
transportation.
medical appointments, maintaining
recreational facilities.
Infrastructure is needed and
expensive. Need better
connectivity & emergency
response.
4.2.2.c
County Action
Provide park-and-ride lots at key regional sites to promote commuter ridership.
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4.2.2.d
Aspirational
Strengthen County capability and resources to operate the transit system and increase ridership.
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• Need a Puna makai alternate
Policy
route (PMAR), widening of 130,
more jobs and services within our
communities. Revamp bus system.
Puna is underserved by State.
• Need better bus system needed.
Key to economic development.
Buses are shabby. With improved
bus system, crime lessens and
businesses flourish
4.2.2.e
Aspirational
Ensure that pedestrians can access bus stops safely.
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Policy
County Action Prepare a County -wide Transit Master Plan to provide an overall framework for transit
improvements while incorporating user input from each district.
A Mass Transit Agency executed a contract with
SSFM on July 18, 2016
(May 2014 -April 2015 Annual Report) o
The Mass Transit Subcommittee has been continuing
dialogue with the COH Mass Transit Agency to increase
routes and accessibility. Additionally working with
Councilmembers requesting a "hub and spoke" type of
system that could be defined by a mass transit "master
plan".
o April 20, 2015 - Bus routes opened to the airports.
o Began work to encourage creation of a county -wide
transit plan.
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4.2.3.b
County Action
Improve transit service operations by:
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(May 2014 -April 2015 Annual Report)
• Need a Puna makai alternate
1) Increasing transit service to a minimum of two additional runs during peak hours;
o April 20, 2015 - Bus routes opened to the airports.
route (PMAR), widening of 130,
2) Establishing demand responsive transit in subdivisions;
o Began work to encourage creation of a county -wide
more jobs and services within our
3) Providing commuter express bus service from Pahoa to Hilo and Volcano to Hilo with local bus
transit plan. (May 2011-
communities. Revamp bus system.
or paratransit services to feed selected stops in order to provide service to a broader area; and
April 2012 Annual Report) • The Fern
Puna is underserved by State.
4) Establishing a hub -and -spoke transit system, in which transit circulators are teamed with trunk
Acres Community Association worked with the Mass
• Need better bus system needed.
routes on major highways.
Transit Agency and the Corporation Counsel to clear the
Key to economic development.
way for Hele-On buses to travel over the private roads
Buses are shabby. With improved
in Fern Acres. (Nov. 2008 -March 2011 Progress
bus system, crime lessens and
Report) • Mass Transit Agency (MTA) added
businesses flourish
service in Leilani Estates to Pahoa Route.
• MTA has added 6 daily runs between Hilo & Pahoa
and 1 daily runs between Hilo and Volcano. MTA added
2 additional Saturday routes from Hilo and Pahoa and 6
routes from Hilo and Volcano.
• Express services at 8:00 am Pahoa town direct to
Prince Kuhio Mall
4.2.3.c
County Action
Develop transit hubs at the following locations:
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Keaau Bus
1) Kea'au (Primary Hub): In -town location near commercial centers or on State lands adjacent to
terminal:
the soccer fields; second site could include a new Mass Transit Agency (MTA) baseyard and
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headquarters;
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2) Pahoa (Secondary Hub): On County -owned sites, either adjacent to Pahoa Community Center or
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on Highway 130 near Kahakai Boulevard where the new fire and police stations are planned;
3) Volcano (Secondary Hub): Either at Cooper Center or on other available land; and
4) Mountain View or South Kulani (Secondary Hub).
4.2.3.d
County Action
Provide park-and-ride lots at the transit hubs and within Hawaiian Paradise Park at one or two of
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(Nov. 2008 -March 2011 Progress Report) Maku'u
the proposed village/town center sites, where the community -owned parcel could serve as a
Farmers Market Park and Ride opened in July 2010.
parking lot for commuters, as well as a location for farmers' markets.
4.2.3.e
County Action
Develop a cooperative program with the Department of Education and private schools to provide
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student passes for the Hele-On Bus.
4.2.3.f
County Action
Launch a public education campaign promoting transit services, tailoring them to target
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populations such as youth, commuters, and the elderly.
4.2.3.g
County Action
Cultivate public/private partnerships, such as employer-sponsored bus passes.
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4.2.3.h
County Action
Expand the staff of the Mass Transit Agency to provide greater support for public relations, route
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planning and coordination, technical operations and fleet management.
4.2.3.i
County Action
Investigate other incentives to increase ridership, such as continuance of free fare program,
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convenient bus ticketing systems, reduced monthly rates for residents and special needs
populations, adding airport and post office service and tourist passes.
4.2.3.j
County Action
Work with Hawai'i Department of Transportation (DOT) in creating safe pedestrian conditions for
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using mass transit.
4.2.3.k
County Action
Expand Hele-On transit service to include regular service to both the Hilo and Keahole
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(May 2014 -April 2015 Annual Report)
International Airports from all existing and future service routes.
o April 20, 2015 - Bus routes opened to the airports.
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Roadway Network
4.3.2.a
County Action
Create alternative, redundant routes for existing Highways 11, 130 and 132 utilizing existing routes
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wherever possible.
4.3.2.b
County Action
Develop PMAR along the general route shown in Figure 4-1, with the specific design and alignment
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• Need a Puna makai alternate
to be determined based on an environmental impact study that identifies a project having the
route (PMAR), widening of 130,
least environmental and socio-economic impact.
more jobs and services within our
communities. Revamp bus system.
Puna is underserved by State.
• HPP connectivity. Issues with
puna makai thru HPP alignment
proposals. Go mauka of HWY 130
so no takings of land for alternative
routes. Use micro economic zones,
4.3.2.c
County Action
Designate new connectivity points for local traffic and emergency and evacuation routes within
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• Puna
Need for transportation to go to
the existing roadway network.
Connectivity
medical appointments, maintaining
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recreational facilities.
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expensive. Need better
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connectivity & emergency
response.
4.3.2.d
County Action
Develop a phased implementation plan for coordinated actions by County and State transportation
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14.3.2.e
and public works departments.
County Action
Improve appropriate "roads in limbo' that are used widely for public access.
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County Action Short Term (2008-2012)
1) Plan and design the PMAR alignment through an environmental impact statement process that
meets Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) standards and therefore qualifies the project for
FHWA funding;
2) Require building setbacks within HPP lots along the designated PMAR alignment, as necessary,
to reserve the potential for a future PMAR extension through the remainder of HPP;
3) Establish emergency routes, using mostly existing road beds;
4) Include pedestrian and bicycling requirements in all projects; and
5) Create connectivity alignments between the following subdivisions: Hawaiian Acres and Fern
Acres, Fern Acres and Kopua Farm Lots, Eden Rock and Fern Forest, Orchidland and Hawaiian
Acres, Nanawale and Hawaiian Shores, Hawaiian Beaches and HPP, Kea`au Agricultural Lots and a
site adjacent to Kea`au Elementary School, `Ohi`a Estates and Royal Hawaiian Estates. These inter -
subdivision roads should be staggered, low -impact, and multi -modal. The general locations are
indicated as ovals in Figure 4-1.
Action Medium Term (2013-2017)
1) Construct a two-lane PMAR roadway that connects Kaloli Drive between approximately 16th
Avenue and 10th Avenue in HPP to either Highway 11 or Highway 130 in the vicinity of Kea`au;
2) Construct a two-lane, unpaved, gated emergency access roadway between Kahakai Boulevard
to HPP which can later be converted into a future extension of PMAR;
3) Construct a two-lane roadway between Nanawale and Kahakai Boulevard that can be used as
both an emergency access route and a future extension of PMAR; and
4) Study the need, desirability and feasibility of adding an alternative route between Pahoa and
Highway 11 and between Highway 11 and Stainback Highway in the stretch between Glenwood
and Kurtistown, as generally depicted on Figure 4-1.
Action Long Term (2018-2030)
1) Construct Phase II segments of PMAR, as generally depicted in Figure 4-1;
2) Acquire additional right-of-way via land pooling, exchanges, and other means to extend PMAR
through Hawaiian Paradise Park; and
3) If increased traffic demand indicates, construct the PMAR extension through the remainder of
HPP, as depicted generally in Figure 4.1, and convert the emergency access route from Kahakai
Boulevard to HPP as a PMAR extension by removing the gate and paving the surface.
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Subcommittee (CERSC) continues to meet regularly in
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order to create a refined report for connectivity points
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in all communities included in the PCDP.
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o The CERS has concentrated efforts to Upper Puna
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connectivity locations.
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o Puna Council members created an ad hoc committee
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to discuss connectivity in Puna.
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o Site visits with ERS members, Council members and
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Department staff to discuss feasibility of connectivity
locations.
o Council working on $11 million appropriation for
connectivity improvements. (May 2014 -April 2016
Annual Report) (May
2013 -April 2014 Annual Report) oThe
Connectivity and Emergency Response Subcommittee
(CERSC) continues to meet regularly in order to create a
refined report for connectivity points in all communities
included in the PCDP. Changes are based on public
input and additional information gathered as to the
feasibility of recommended connectivity locations.
o CIP budget allocation (ord. 14-82) of $1 million for
completion of S.Lauko road connectivity between Hwy
11 and Puhala St. in Fern Acres. Survey commenced.
o Mapping exercises at the August 2014 Puna Regional
Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Fair was to reaffirm
2) County of Hawaii has created an emergency road as
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• Need a Puna makai alternate
route (PMAR), widening of 130,
more jobs and services within our
communities. Revamp bus system.
Puna is underserved by State.
• HPP connectivity. Issues with
puna makai thru HPP alignment
proposals. Go mauka of HWY 130
so no takings of land for alternative
routes. Use micro economic zones,
• Need for transportation to go to
medical appointments, maintaining
recreational facilities.
Infrastructure is needed and
expensive. Need better
connectivity & emergency
response.
• Lack of jobs and focus on
economic development. Plenty of
models for rural communities to
utilize that have been effective
catalysts for job creation. Hawaiian
Shores/Beaches needs second
route out of subdivision.
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Highways (all of the following are recommendations to DOT)
4.4.2.a
Non -County
Make intersection improvements along highways that allow safer access from intersecting streets
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Action
as a priority over traffic speed on the highway, giving preference to the use of roundabouts.
4.4.2.b
Non -County
Consider roundabouts as a means to control private driveway access to major highways with
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Action
higher traffic volumes, such as Highway 130.
4.4.2.c
Non -County
Use native landscaping for highway improvements and connectivity points, emphasizing the
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retention of native vegetation.
4.4.2.d
Non -County
Incorporate traffic -calming features into highway design in preference to signage and signalization,
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where possible.
4.4.3.a
Non -County
Short Term (2008-2012)
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Action
1) Make interim intersection improvements on Highways 11 and 130;
HDOT improvements at the Kulani Rd. and Hwy 11
2) Reduce speed limit on Highway 130 to 45 mph between the Kea`au bypass and `Ainaloa
intersection have been completed.
Boulevard;
• HDOT widening and restriping at `Ainaloa Blvd. &
3) Conduct a study to determine the most efficacious way to create greater highway safety for all
Hwy. 130 intersection completed.
travel modes, including a cost benefit analysis for each studied method, and consideration of a
• HDOT widening and restriping at Orchidland & Hwy.
wide range of traffic calming features (including roundabouts), highway widening, the use of
130 intersection completed.
frontage roads, and various types of intersection controls; and
• HDOT presented design for roundabout at
4) Implement the Shoulder Lane conversion project between the Kea`au Bypass and Shower
intersection of Pahoa Village Rd. and Hwy. 130 at
Drive/Pohaku Drive as a reversible lane to accommodate AM and PM peak periods.
Malama Marketplace. Public and county concerns with
initial design were significantly addressed in redesign.
• At the urging of Sen. Russell Ruderman, HDOT
reduced the speed limit on Hwy. 130 to 45 mph
between Shower Dr. and `Ainaloa Blvd. (May
2011 -April 2012 Annual Report) • Short-
term widening and lane striping improvements at the
Kahakai Blvd. & Hwy 130 intersection have been
completed by the State DOT.
• Short-term widening and lane striping improvements
at the Orchidland Dr. & Hwy 130 intersection have been
completed by the State DOT.
• Improvements at the Kulani Rd. and Hwy 11
intersection are in progress by the State DOT
• State DOT has completed the Context -Sensitive
Solutions (CSS) Environmental Assessment (EA) for the
Kea`au-Pahoa Road (Hwy 130) Improvement Project
with a Finding of No Significant Impact.
4.4.3.b
Non -County
Medium Term (2013-2017)
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Action
1) Increase capacity on Highway 130 between the Kea`au Bypass road and `Ainaloa Boulevard,
utilizing the results of the study of highway safety alternatives described above;
2) Construct a right exit lane on Highway 11 below Kea`au Agricultural lots to Kea`au Village using
the existing Old Volcano Road right-of-way; and
3) Create a right hand turn lane from Highway 132 onto Highway 130.
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Non -Motorized Travel and Scenic Byways
4.5.2.a
Non -County
Implement a Safe Routes to School (SR2S) programs for all schools in Puna.
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Non -County
Request that the State allocate in the State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) a larger share
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Action
Action
of Federal "flex funds" (i.e., the Section 402 program funds) for projects in Puna from highway
4.5.2.b
County Action
Survey, acquire rights-of-way for, and develop historic trails for non -motorized travel, which may
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capacity improvements to transit -related and alternative travel mode improvements, including
also be used partially as emergency vehicle or evacuation routes, when needed.
pedestrian and bicycle safety.
4.5.2.c
Non -County
Identify and develop improvement plans for scenic byways.
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Allocate funding to the County Department of Public Works to make improvements such as
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Action
sidewalk and crosswalks, traffic signage and acquisition of access easements based on
4.5.2.d
Aspirational
Encourage the identification and preservation of historic trails throughout the district.
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recommendations of a safe routes to schools/parks assessment. A priority project is the
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construction of a walkway/bikeway between Kea'au Agricultural lots and the Kea'au Elementary
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4.5.3.a
Non -County
Request that the State allocate in the State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) a larger share
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of Federal "flex funds" (i.e., the Section 402 program funds) for projects in Puna from highway
capacity improvements to transit -related and alternative travel mode improvements, including
pedestrian and bicycle safety.
4.5.3.b
County Action
Allocate funding to the County Department of Public Works to make improvements such as
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sidewalk and crosswalks, traffic signage and acquisition of access easements based on
recommendations of a safe routes to schools/parks assessment. A priority project is the
construction of a walkway/bikeway between Kea'au Agricultural lots and the Kea'au Elementary
and High Schools.
4.5.3.c
County Action
Invest in walkways, bicycle facilities, "park -once" lots, landscape improvements, themed signage
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programs and transit stops in approved village/town centers.
4.5.3.d
County Action
Allocate additional funding to the County Police Department to consistently monitor traffic
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operations along safe routes to schools/parks and enforce against traffic code violations.
4.5.3.e
Non -County
Complete surveys, acquisition of right-of-way, maintenance agreements, planning and design, and
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Action
construction for multi-purpose trails, including:
1) Old Volcano Trail, extending between points near Volcano and the Puna Railroad Bikeway;
2) Railroad Avenue (portions of which are known as Railroad Right -of -Way), extending between
points near Kapoho and Pana'ewa;
3) Old Puna Trail (portions of which are known as Old Government Road or Beach Road), extending
between points near Kapoho and Hilo; and
4) All coastal trails.
5) Trails may also be used as emergency access routes, where appropriate.
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4.5.3.f
Non -County
Improve Highway 137 (Red Road) as a scenic corridor by:
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Action
1) Requiring a 15 -foot easement along the frontage of private properties along the corridor within
Kalani Honua / Kua O Ka La PCS continue to meet as a
which native and mature trees of non-invasive species must be retained, unless they are in poor
local byway committee to manage the scenic byway
health due to natural conditions, not due to malicious acts, and/or pose a threat to public health
corridor. (May 2014 -April
and safety;
2015 Annual Report) o KAPONO / Kalani
2) Preserving Mango, Kamani, and Monkeypod groves and tree tunnels;
Honua / Kua O Ka La PCS continue to meet as a local
3) Providing property tax relief to owners who maintain the easement in the manner intended and
byway committee to complete the required Corridor
State tax credits to those who replant easements with non-invasive plant material approved by the
Management Plan, which has begun to define the
County;
corridor and to map existing resources and conditions.
4) Adding interpretive markers and small visitor parking areas at historical sites, such as the two
Kehena sites listed in the General Plan;
5) Providing pullouts along the highway at intervals so that travelers can stop to enjoy the scenery
without conflict with traffic in travel lanes;
6) Delineating and maintaining physical access to the shoreline at appropriate locations on the
makai side of the road;
7) Minimizing tree pruning by using special, shielded cable for overhead utility lines or by
undergrounding sections of the line;
8) Minimizing excessive lighting by limiting street lights to major intersections and informing
residents along the corridor about how to reduce illumination of driveways;
9) Develop at least one scenic turnout near Kehena Beach that includes restroom facilities and an
emergency phone;
10) Creating a simple walking trail on the lava and new parking area with restrooms on the State
owned accretion land at the new Kaimu Beach;
11) Posting warning signs, where appropriate, in newly realigned sections; and
12 Covering old section of road with cinder soil to allow Nau aka to reclaim the land.
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