Communication No. 2019-09- Growth Management Group Work Plan 2019

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Comm. No. 2019-09 GROWTH MANAGEMENT COMMUNITY GROUP 2019 WORKPLAN The over -arching goal for achieving the desired Growth Management in Kohala is to direct North Kohala's growth to areas within and near existing town centers in order to preserve the district's open space and cultural resources. (North Kohala CDP, 11/2008) To that end, the Growth Management Community Group reviews land use applications to the County Planning Department. A checklist detailing standard protocol for these applications is referenced. After due consideration, a presentation by the applicant, if possible, and input from the community when offered or solicited, the Growth Management Community Group subsequently recommends action to the NKCDC Action Committee (AC). A Land Use/Permit Summary Report is maintained and efforts to compel transparency at the County level continue. In addition to initiating and monitoring the regular review of Planning Department Applications, the Growth Management Community Group plans to implement a Village Plan - Community Design Guideline to serve as a mechanism for the Action Committee and the Community to address issues within the various application processes. The Growth Management Community Group continues to act as a liaison to the NKCDP AC for any Kohala culture/historic preservation groups. This support extends to any groups that need assistance working with the Hawaii County Planning Department or any other Department, e.g. Public Works. The Growth Management Subcommittee meets the first Monday of each month from 5:30-6:30pm at the old Judiciary Building in Kapa'au. Everyone is welcome.