HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05 Puna CDP 2017 Priority Sheet CombinedUpdated 3/2/18
Puna CDP 2017-18 Priorities
Priority #1— ViIIage/Town Centers
Comm. No. 2018-05
The creation of Village/Town Centers is vital to the implementation of the PCDP. Section 3.1 of the PCDP
speaks to the land use pattern of Puna and the need to create village/town centers as the preferred strategy
for providing Puna residents with greater access to goods, services, educational resources and economic
opportunities in a thoughtful and sustainable manner. The goal and action item 3.1.2d and 3.1.3d call for the
creation of village/town centers and associated "village plans" to guide the development of these centers.
OBJECTIVE 3.1.2D
Create new village/town centers as necessary, in or near presently underserved subdivision, beginning with
those experiencing higher rates of population growth so residents of those areas will have community
activities and more convenient access to services.
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Facilitate land use entitlements and financing for the development of new village/town centers by:
1) Creating a regional town center plan for each village/town area as prescribed in Section 5.2.1;
2) Providing loan guarantees or making grants to community associations or partnerships for the
development of necessary infrastructure for the village/town center.
Current Status: Design guidelines adopted, special district created, PVDRC formed. Consultant selection is underway for
the Pahoa Regional Town Center Master Plan / Wastewater Feasibility Study with completion of the plan anticipated mid -
2020.
AC Members(s): Larry Brown
Other Members:
Community Partner(s): Pahoa Steering Committee
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Budget: Current appropriations for $150,000 for the Pahoa Plan and $300,000 for the WW Feasibility Study (original
appropriation in ORD -2013-66, re -appropriated in ORD -2016-73).
Funding Source(s): Money is bonded via ORD -2014-11
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Action: Contract Negotiation
When: Pending Mayor's approval
Who: Planning Department
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Priority #2 — Road Connectivity
Road connectivity is a high priority for Puna. As the numerous subdivisions in Puna continue towards full
build -out the need for alternate routes during emergency situations is becoming more critical. Additionally,
inter -connectivity between subdivisions could help alleviate traffic congestion along major routes. Action
item 4.3.3a defines connectivity actions for Puna. Recent work by the PCDP Connectivity subcommittee and
Council's ad hoc subcommittee resulted in a report on Puna connectivity that recommends connectivity
locations for upper Puna. Along with implementation of the connectivity report, the AC also asks that current
emergency routes that are closed be considered for improvement to be opened permanently as connectivity
routes.
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1) Establish emergency routes, using mostly existing road beds;
2) Create connectivity alignments between the following subdivisions: Hawaiian Acres and Fern Acres,
Fern Acres and Kopua Farm Lots, Eden Roc 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.
Current Status: PREP Fairs, committee report, Council ad hoc subcommittee report, EA for Lauko, Pszyk, & Puhala
roadways completed (FONSI Feb. 2017). Mayor's Puna Roads Connectivity Committee currently tasked with identifying
connectivity segments, prioritizing, and recommending a financing plan.
AC Members(s): Yumi Kawano
Other Members:
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Budget: Current appropriation for $11 million in ORD -2016-73. $20 million proposed in FY2017-18 CIP Budget.
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Priority #3 — Internet Connectivity
Puna is in dire need of reliable and affordable internet connectivity. Lack of infrastructure inhibits
opportunity in Puna. Action items 3.4.3c and 4.1.3c speak to the need of internet connectivity that could
provide economic and employment opportunities for Puna residents.
ACTION 3.4.3c
Promote #-ee wireless internet services to Puna's subdivisions, starting with those that lack cable service.
ACTION 4.1.3c
Facilitate telecommuting by developing a wireless communications network that enables most Puna residents
to gain free access to the internet.
Current Status: Hawaiian Telcom receives Connect America Fund support over a six-year period that will total $26M in
2020. They receive about $4M per year and the majority of the CAF support received thus far has been invested on
Hawai'i Island. 4,500 out of 5,000 connection locations are on Hawai'i Island.
AC Members(s): Michael Bernard
Other Members:
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Action: Contact internet providers
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Who: Time Warner, Excede, etc.
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Notes: Inquire about current coverage and plans for expansion
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Priority #4 — Preserving Native Ecosystems
Preserving native ecosystems is critical in the fastest growing district in Hawai'i County. Development is
occurring at a rapid pace and native forests are giving way to housing and development on a daily basis.
Objective 2.2.2b of the PCDP calls for several action strategies to protect the increasingly threatened forests
of Puna.
OBJECTIVE 2.2.2B
Adopt regulatory measures, educational programs and incentives to preserve remnants of native ecosystems
in Puna subdivisions, especially remnants at lower elevations.
Current Status: Building in Puna brochure is being reviewed by the Planning Dept. and Corporation Counsel. NRCS
presented to the AC in January 2018.
AC Members(s): Yumi Kawano
Other Members:
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Next Steps (add additional actions as necessary):
Action: Finalize Grubbing & Grading Brochure
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Who: Planning Dept.
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Notes: May need to send to other agencies for review.
Next Steps (add additional actions as necessary):
Action: Propose language for DRAFT Code amendments & connect with Council Members to amend the Grubbing & Grading
code
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Resources needed: Expertise in code language
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Action: PONC Recommendations
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Who: All AC members
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Priority #5 —Farmers Markets
Farmers markets provide options for marketing locally produced products and economic opportunities for
Puna residents. Chapter 15 of Hawai'i County Code has provisions allowing for the operation of farmers
markets in some County park facilities. PCDP action item 3.2.2e is in alignment with current County Code.
Only minor changes to Chapter 15 would be necessary to allow farmers markets in appropriate park facilities
throughout the Puna district.
OBJECTIVE 3.2.2E
Provide sites and infrastructure for farmers markets at County parks and proposed village/town centers.
Current Status: Two letters sent to the Dept. of Parks and Recreation — 5.9.17 & 9.12.17. Bill 100, introduced by Council
Member Ruggles passed 1" Reading on 2.21.18.
AC Members(s): Larry Brown
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Action: Investigate how Ali'i Drive Farmers' Market operates
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Action: Propose Draft language for code amendments (contingent on P&Rs response)
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Priority #6 —Medical Facilities
Medical facilities are critical for a healthy community. Puna is sorely lacking in medical facilities able to serve
a rapidly growing population. The AC encourages assistance and advocacy, at any level, to promote the
development of medical facilities that can provide a full range of services including options for Puna residents
that require dialysis treatment. Action item 3.3.3a calls for development of medical facilities throughout Puna
and goal 3.3.1 advocates for social services and programs to assist the Puna community.
ACTION 3.3.3A
Develop a centrally -located, 24-hour, full-service medical facility, with trauma care, in Puna. 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.
Current Status:
AC Members(s): Dan Domizio
Other Members:
Community Partner(s): Malama O Puna
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