Public Access Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission

Purpose: To develop an initial island- wide prioritized list of qualifying lands worthy of preservation and submit it to the mayor. The list shall include the significance of each parcel or entitlement, identified the reason for its priority, and its anticipated use after acquisition. To update this list at any time, but at least annually by December 31 of each year. To explore methods of funding land acquisition and make recommendations to the mayor. The commission shall give emphasis to land acquisitions where the County' s contribution can be leveraged to obtain State, Federal, and/ or private funds. To make recommendations to the Director of Finance for each Stewardship Grant Application received by the August 31st deadline.

Statements from the Public:  

ORAL PUBLIC TESTIMONY: To provide oral testimony, please arrive with sufficient time before the matter of interest to complete the registration process and obtain meeting information.

SUBMITTING TESTIMONY: The Commission encourages the public to submit thoughts, comments, and input on agenda items via written testimony. To ensure timely delivery to members prior to the meeting, written testimony should be submitted no later than 12: 00 noon the Wednesday before by

(1) fax to (808) 961- 8248

(2) mail:

PONC Commission Hilo
25 Aupuni Street, Suite 1101
Hilo, Hawai' i 96720

(3) email: ponctestimony@hawaiicounty.gov

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