AMR: BKolekoleSMA: 12/ 292020
COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND REPORT
COUNTY OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA USE PERMIT APPLICATION( SMA 20- 000077)
COUNTY OF IIAWAI` I DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION has submitted an application for a Special Management Use Permit to conduct facilities upgrades and
Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA) improvements at Kolekole Gulch Park on 5. 5 acres of land situated within the Special Management Area. The subject property is located at the Kolekole Gulch Park, makai of Old Mamalahoa Highway and underneath and mauka of Hawaii
Belt Road, Kuhua, South Hilo, Hawaii, TMK: (3) 2- 8- 015: 015.
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
1. Request: The County of Hawai' i Department of Parks and Recreation ( DPR) is requesting a Special Management Area ( SMA) Use Permit for its facility improvements at the 5. 5- acre Kolekole Gulch Park located along Kolekole Stream on the Island of Hawai' i. The park has been used for decades for picnics, camping and surfing access and
the use of the stream. The park was closed in 2016 due to public health concerns related to potential lead contamination in the soil most likely from the Kolekole Gulch bridge structure supporting Highway 19. Plans are underway to address the contaminated soil as
part of this project to allow for safe, unencumbered, and full public use of the park. To this end, ADA and facility upgrades and improvements have been planned to be limited
in scale as to minimize impacts to terrestrial biological resources or the Kolekole Stream.
Actions include, but may not be limited to, the following:
Converting the existing restrooms into single occupant accessible restrooms and
upgrading the existing associated septic system
Providing a new accessible comfort station with septic systems Building one ( 1) new pavilion, demolishing one ( 1) pavilion, and repairing
remaining pavilions
Providing drainage improvements to divert shower runoff from stream
1- Replacing shower and picnic tables with accessible facilities
Removing non-native vegetation Repaving and improving the stability and integrity of the driveway and parking
area
Developing an on- site potable water system and fire protection water system Landscaping improvements Other appurtenant work including remediation of lead contaminated soils and asbestos removal from existing structures. Planning Department Exhibit 1 — SMA Use Permit Application dated August 20,
2020)
2. Project Objectives: According to the applicant, the purpose of the proposed project is to
eliminate architectural barriers at Kolekole Gulch Park and rehabilitate or rebuild
outmoded and dilapidated facilities. Additionally, the applicant states the project will create safe, appropriate, and compliant access for all park users while improving the ability of DPR to effectively maintain the park and all improvements. The proposed action aims to satisfy the County' s obligation of its federally mandated Transition Plan relating to ADA upgrades at County facilities), while retaining and improving the ability to effectively maintain the park and ensuring long-term use and serviceability.
3. Cost/Time of Project: The current estimated cost of the improvements is $ 2, 500, 000
which will be refined as the design becomes final. The project would initiate after
completion of the final design and the granting of all necessary permits.
4. Landowner: The landowner of the subject parcel is the State of Hawaii under Executive
Order# 938 to the County of Hawai' i for recreational purposes.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
5. Special Management Area( SMA):
March 25, 1971— Addition to Pavilions; Project exempt from SMA requirements.
June 20, 1994— Kolekole Gulch Park wastewater system improvements; Project exempt
from SMA requirements.
March 31, 2008— Kolekole Gulch Park demolition of Pavilion # 1; project exempt from
SMA requirements.
2- October 5, 2010 — Kolekole Gulch Park septic system upgrade; Project exempt from
SMA requirements.
October 30, 2012— Special Management Area Minor Permit ( SMM- 12- 000243) granted
by Planning Department, project included installation of rescue tube devices and signage at County Parks ( including Kolekole).
6. Chapter 343, HRS: The proposed improvements are subject to the requirements of
Chapter 343, Hawaii Revised Statutes, regarding Environmental Impact Statements. A
Final Environmental Assessment ( FEA) was prepared for the project. A Notice of
Finding of No Significant Impact ( FONSI) was published in the April 23, 2020 issue of
the OEQC bulletin Environmental Notice.
STATE AND COUNTY PLANS
7. State Land Use Designation: Conservation( Resource and Limited Subzones).
8. General Plan LUPAG MAP: Conservation.
9. County Zoning: A-20a ( Agricultural, minimum lot size 20-acres) and Open (0). However, County zoning does not apply within the State Land Use ( SLU) Conservation District, and any proposed land uses are regulated under Hawaii Administrative Rules
HAR) Ch. 13- 5, Conservation District.
10. Hamakua Community Development Plan ( HCDP): The Hamakua Community Development Plan was adopted by the Hawaii County Council by Ordinance No. 18- 078
on August 22, 2018.
11. Special Management Area ( SMA): The project is located within the Special
Management Area and therefore, the proposed development is subject to SMA review.
DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT AREAS AND SURROUNDING AREA
12. Subject Project Area: The County Park known as the Kolekole Gulch Park is approximately 5. 5- acres in size and is located on the subject parcel bounded by Old Mamalahoa Highway, Kolekole Stream, and the right-of-way under the State Highway
19 bridge. The topography is generally even and gently sloping both in the mauka
direction and towards the gulch sides, where a steep pali demarcates the useable portion of the park property. Structures on the site consist of recreational facilities and associated
3- infrastructure including five ( 5) covered pavilions, all of which were constructed after
1962.
13. Surrounding Land Zoning/ Uses: The park property extends to the center of Kolekole Stream and is bordered on the north by the Kolekole Stream and a property with a house in the Conservation District; on the east by State Highway 19 bridge; on the south and west by the Old Mamalahoa Highway, south and west of which are three ( 3) private properties, all zoned and partially utilized for agriculture.
14. Soil Type: Soils within the project area belong to the Hilo-Rock outcrop complex which include soils that are gently steep sloping and consist of well- drained, silty- clay barns
formed from volcanic ash layers.
15. Land Study Bureau' s Detailed Land Classification System: " E" or" Very Poor."
16. Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii ( ALISH) System: The
project site is unclassified on the ALISH Map. 17. Flood Insurance Rate Map ( FIRM): No flood hazard has been described in the Kolekole Park area as the entire region is within Flood Zone X; however, County staff have noted occasional flooding episodes from high flows in Kolekole Stream and ponding from heavy rains.
18. Flora/ Fauna Resources: A biological survey of the park was conducted in 2018 in preparation for the proposed project. The survey found that the valley bottom at Kolekole was long cultivated in sugar cane before the park was established. No remnant of natural vegetation is present, and the vegetation is a lawn surrounded by a mixture of ornamental and weedy trees. Only a few common native plants were observed, and no plant species
classified as threatened or endangered was present or would be expected at the park. The park is dominated by non-native terrestrial fauna, although there is some habitat for certain native fauna as well. The only native birds identified during the survey were one 1) waterbird ( black crowned night heron), and a common migratory shorebird ( kolea), typical of rocky shorelines. Few native forest birds would be expected to use the project site due to its low elevation, urban context, alien vegetation and lack of adequate forest
resources. The endangered Hawaiian hoary bat is often found in alien as well as native vegetation in a variety of locations thought the island of Hawaii. These solitary bats are
4- often seen on The Hamakua Coast and are certainly occasionally present in the park.
They are vulnerable to disturbance during summer months therefore appropriate conditions to limit tree trimming will be in place. Aquatic biology surveys were conducted at Kolekole Stream at various dates between 1967 and 2001.
19. Archaeological Resources: An archeological assessment survey of the project site and proposed project was conducted in 2018 by an agent for the applicant. According to the survey no archeological resources were identified within Kolekole Gulch Park. Field observations of past ground disturbance, combined with the results of prior studies conducted in the area, indicate that subsurface archeological resources are unlikely to be encountered in the areas proposed for park upgrades. Historical research indicated that
the five (5) existing park pavilions, and some of the associated ancillary structures within the park were built shortly after the 1960 tsunami, and therefore are more than 50 years
old. None are considered significant. Although the pavilions and associated park structures post-date the 1960 tsunami, their presence or construction is in no way directly associated with that event, nor are they associated with important persons of Hawaii. As a County of Hawaii park facility, Kolekole Park has been important to locals and tourists alike since its establishment in 1938; however, the existing park structures bear no known direct association to ongoing cultural practices, traditional beliefs, events, or oral history of native Hawaiians or other ethnic groups. As such the existing pavilions are not
considered significant under any of the Hawaii Register of Historic Places, and therefore no SIHP numbers were assigned. Given the negative findings of the survey, combined
with the review of historical documents, the archeologists concluded that the proposed
project will not affect any historic properties. SHPD concurred with this effect determination thus concluding the historic preservation review process.
20. Cultural Resources: A cultural impact assessment ( CIA) of the subject parcel was conducted by an agent for the applicant in preparation for the proposed project. Kolekole Gulch Park has its roots in Hawaii' s sugar plantation history. From the CIA it is evident that this park was one of very few places in this part of South Hilo where individuals, families, and groups came to practice subsistence fishing, to camp, conduct religious ceremonies, or simply recreate. Kolekole Gulch Park is a treasured resource for South
5- Hilo communities, as it provided a safe space for public use and recreation. As this park is integral to the community and island in general and the project aims to improve park use and access, the proposed action will not have an adverse effect on the cultural
resources of the project site.
21. Scenic and Open Space Resources: The State- owned park is a public property currently under Executive Order # 938 to the County of Hawai' i for recreational purposes that is usually fully open to the public, but it is not presently because of concerns over lead contamination of the soils as well as dilapidated park structures and facilities. From the property there is limited views to the ocean, however, the park is bounded by Kolekole Stream and has been designated as one of the Natural Beauty Sites in the District of South Hilo within the General Plan ( 2005). Scenic vistas from the highway are not blocked as the park is well below the bridge and highway crossing Kolekole Stream. The applicant aims to improve open space resources by rebuilding and constructing safer and
more accessible park facilities and grounds.
22. Coastal Ecosystems and Water Resources: Shoreline and river access for fishing and
recreation is obtained by walking through the Kolekole park property. A variety of native o' opu fish species have been recorded in Kolekole Stream indicating this area as a highly diverse habitat for goby fauna. Native shrimp and the native prawn have also been present, along with native insect species such as damselflies. No threatened or endangered species were recorded, although it is possible that certain endangered insect
species could be present. Based upon existing knowledge of the stream biota, the area was rated as having biotic importance according to the DLNR Division of Aquatic
Resources ( DAR).
23. Hazardous Materials and Toxic Substances: Initial soil investigations performed by the State of Hawai' i Department of Health ( DOH) in early 2016 indicated that lead was present in at least some areas in surface soil under the bridge at concentrations in excess
of DOH guidelines. Similar findings, all attributed to lead-based paint used on the bridge,
were also associated with two other bridges of the same period of construction along Hamakua coastline. Originally constructed as part of the Hilo Railroad Company and rebuilt in 1950 for the Hawai' i Belt Road, these bridges have undergone reoccurring
6- maintenance and repair over the decades. It was not until 2001 that lead paint was fully removed from the bridge, thereby eliminating future new sources of lead- paint flakes. Growing concern led to the closure of Kolekole Gulch Park in 2016, and subsequent testing found lead contamination in surface soil over other areas of the park. A separate project led by the Hawai' i Department of Transportation, with cooperation by DPR and under the supervision of HDOH, is underway to mitigate the lead in the soil. The plan currently being considered consists of a combination of two distinct actions: 1) Removal of lead-contaminated soil, and packing with appropriate containment materials for transport, and 2) transporting the soil to an approved landfill for non- hazardous material lead contaminated soil, in accordance with Federal and State
rules and regulations. This would likely be the West Hawai' i Sanitary Landfill, which is
approved to accept waste with similar concentrations. It appears that most of the site will
undergo complete removal of contaminated soil, with limited areas ( if any) where
contaminated soil will be marked and encapsulated. Once remediation has been
completed to DOH standards the project development will begin. Some project
components ( i.e., development and soil remediation) may be concurrent, however the
project construction cannot begin until the contaminated soil has been removed from the
site.
PUBLIC UTILITIES AND SERVICES
24. Access: Kolekole Gulch Park is accessed by a driveway from the Old Mamalahoa Highway, which in turn is accessed by a signed turnoff just south of the park on State Highway 19; no turn lanes are present. Currently Kolekole Bridge on the Old Mamalahoa Highway and the section of the road between the park and Kaiwiki Homestead Road remain closed. The County Department of Public Works is seeking to repair the Kolekole Stream Bridge and to address landslide issues on Old Mamalahoa Highway between Highway 19 and the park entrance. Once the project is complete and the park is open
with safe access to park facilities the road will be reopened for traffic.
25. Water: No municipal water service is provided to the park, although a stream fed water
line is present. The proposed action includes developing a new water system utilizing trucked in water to be stored in a 12, 000- gallon fire-protection tank and a 5, 000- gallon
potable water storage tank.
26. Wastewater: No municipal wastewater service is provided to the park. Two ( 2) new wastewater passive treatment systems that conform to DOH guidelines will be
constructed as part of the proposed project.
27. Other Essential Utilities and Services: Electrical power to the site is supplied by
Hawaiian Electric, and no landline telephone service is present.
AGENCIES' COMMENTS
28. Department of Public Works - Engineering: ( Planning Department Exhibit 2 —
November 27, 2020 Memo).
29. County of Hawai' i Fire Department: ( Planning Department Exhibit 3 — December
14, 2020 Letter).
30. Department of Land and Natural Resources — Engineering Div.: ( Planning
Department Exhibit 4- December 4, 2020 Memo)
31. State Department of Transportation: ( Planning Department Exhibit 5 — December
18, 2020 Letter).
32. Department of Land and Natural Resources- OCCL: ( Planning Department Exhibit
6— November 25, 2020 Memo and Attachments).
AGENCIES - NO COMMENT
33. Department of Public Works — Traffic: ( Planning Department Exhibit 7 —
November 27, 2020 Memo).
34. Department of Water Supply( DWS): Planning Department Exhibit 8— December 9,
2020 Letter).
35. Department of Environmental Management: ( Planning Department Exhibit 9 —
December 3, 2020 Memo).
36. County of Hawai' i Police Department: ( Planning Department Exhibit 10 —
December 1, 2020 Memo).
37. State of Hawai' i Office of Planning: ( Planning Department Exhibit 11 — December
4, 2020 Letter).
8- 38. Department of Land and Natural Resources- Land: ( Planning Department Exhibit
12— December 1, 2020 Memo).
AGENCIES - NO RESPONSE
39. State Department of Health ( DOH); State Land Use Commission ( LUC); U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service( FWS); State Historic Preservation Division( SHPD)
PUBLIC COMMENTS
40. The Department has not received any comments or objections from the general public or
adjacent landowners on the subject application.
9- SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA USE PERMIT APPLICATION COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT
APPLICANT: (' minty of Hawaii Department of Parks and Recreation
APPLICANT' S Sl( INATURI r _ DATF• k'• 20. 1a 2v
ADDRESS: 101 Pauahi Street, Suite-0 Hilo, Hawaii 967°6'
LIST APPLICANTS INTEREST IF NOT OWNER:
LIST PRINCIPAL( S) INCLUDING NAMES OF MAIN OFFICERS: Roxcic Waltjen, P& R Director
PHONE: ( Bus.): ( 808) 961- 8311 ( Res.) NIA ( Fax)
LANDOWNER( S): County of Hawaii ( State land transferred to County via Executive Order 938
1_. _ LANDOWNER SIGNAT' URE( S) DATE g- 27--)., 0- an
LANDOWNER( S) ADDRESS: 101 P'auahi Street, Suite Hilo, Hawaii 96720
REQUEST: The Proposed Action would eliminate architectural barriers at Kolekole Gulch Park to create safe, appropriate and compliant access for all park users while improving the ability to effectively maintain the park. Actions include converting the existing restrooms into single- occupant accessible restrooms and upgrading the existing associated septic system; providing a new accessible comfort station with septic system; building one new pavilion, demolishing another, and repairing the remaining pavilions; providing drainage improvements to divert shower runoff from riverbanks; replacing the shower and picnic tables with accessible facilities addressin_ draina_ e . roblems near . avilions- removin_ nuisance non- native vegetation that pose a risk to park facilities or users, in consultation with a certified arborist; repaving and improving the stability and integrity of the driveway and narking lot; development of an on- site potable water system and fire protection water system for the park landsca in improvements- remediating minor amounts of asbestos containing material and lead paint at the pavilions and comfort station and other appurtenant work.
FAX MAP KEY: 2- 8- 015: 015 ZONING: A-20a( State Land Use Conservation District)
SIZE OF PROPERTY OR AFFECTED AREA( S): 5. 497 acres r'a AGENT: Ron Terry, Principal, Geometrician Associates G1••••-m ADDRESS: 10 Mina Street, Hilo, HI 96720 WC TELEPHONE: ( Bus-.) ( 808) 969- 7090 ( Cell) ( 808) 987- 5239 ( Fax) N/ A C C ' L o X Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent. d W ORIGINAL: Kevin Sakai, P& R COPIES: Ron Terry, Geometrician
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USE PERMIT APPLICATION
Kolekole Gulch Park Accessibility Improvements
August 2020
TMK ( 3rd) 2- 8- 015: 015 and right-of-way of Old Mamalahoa Highway South Hilo District, Hawaii Island, State of Hawai` i FABLE OF CONTENTS nein I: Filing Ice( separately filed/ lieu 2_ Application Form ii hent 3: Background Information A I. mironmenntal Assessment I li Uesa' iption of Proposed Ohjettis e, Protref and Reasons I C Description of Subject Property and Existing Uses, Structures and Topogrtphv 2 I) Statement ofvaluation It State: Plans County 3 I. Project' s Relationship to Objectives and Policies of Chapter 205a. I IRS, and the SMA Guideline 9 i and Land Uses Surrounding Zoning 18 II Hood Insurance Rate Map Designatitn I S 1 Archaeological Resources 19 J Floral and Faunal Resources 19 K Valued Cultural Resources 11 L Public Access 21 M Description of Roadway Access 21 N Traffic Impacts 2t O of Utilities Availability- 21 Item 4: Anticipated impacts of the Proposed Development on the Special Management Area 22 A Environmental Setting 22 li to Relationship Land Use Plans, Policies and Controls 22 C Prohahlc Impact on Environment 22 I) Adverse Environmental Effects Which Cannot he Avoided 26 E Alternatives to the Proposed Action 16 F Mitigating Measures Proposed to Minimize Impact 27 G Irreversible and Irretrievable of Commitment Resources 30 CITED REFERENCES 3( 1 Item 5: Preliminary Site Plan Drawn to Scale( Attached as portion of Exhibit I J Item 6: Full- size Scale- drawn Plot Plan ofSite Plan ( separately tiled) Item 9: List of Neighbors Required to Receive Notice( Attached as Exhibit 3) ( Items 7. 8 & 10 n al IXH1131 TS I. FIGURES FIGURE I Location Map FIGURE 2 TMK Map FIGURE 3 Project Site Photos FIGURE 4 Sea Level Rise Exposure Map FICURE 5 Site Plan
2. FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT, Kolekole Gulch Park Accessihilit) Improvements. dated April 2020 (provided via link: httpUoeyc2. doh. hawaii. gov/ Doc Library: 2(120-04-23- IIA- EEA- Kulekole- Gulch- Park- Accessibihty- Improvements- pdf I- 3. LIST OF NAMES, ADDRESSES AM) TAX MAP KEYS of all owners and lessees of record of surrounding properties who arc required to receive notice.
Page i Koleknle( hilt], Park: Inree, cihility Improvements SA LI (' re Permit Application SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA USE PERMIT APPLICATION COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT
APPLICANT: County of Haw_ i' i Department of Parks and Recreation
APPLICANTS SIGNATURE,: _._ DATE: g' 20- 201h
ADDRESS: 101 I' auahi Street, 5 tido, Hawaii 967 liS' f APPLICANTS INTEREST IF NOT OWNER:
LIST PRINCIPALIS) INCLUDING NAMES OF MAIN OFFICERS: Roxcie Waljen, P& R Director
PHONE: ( Bus.): ( Y08) 961- 8311 ( Res.) N/ A ( Fax)
LANDOWNER( S): County ofHawaii ( State land transferred to County via Executive Order 938
LANDOWNER SIGNATURE( S): ' DATE g. -'+ :3maz
LANDOWNER( S) ADDRESS: 10 ' auahi Street, Suite 6 Hilo, Hawaii 96720
REQUEST: 7 he Proposed Action would eliminate architectural barriers at Kolekole Gulch Park to create safe, appropriate and compliant access for all park users while improving the ability to effectively maintain the park. Actions include converting the existing restrooms into single- occupant accessible restrooms and upgrading the existing associated septic system; providing a new accessible comfort station with septic system; building one new pavilion. demolishing another, and repairing the remaining pavilions; providing drainage improvements to divert shower runoff from riverbanks; replacing the shower and picnic tables with accessible facilities. addressin_ drainage . roblems near • avilions' removint nuisance non- native vegetation that pose a risk to park facilities or users, in consultation with a certified arborist; repaving and improving the stability and integrity of the driveway and parking lot; development of an on- sitepotable water system and fire protection water system for the park; landscaping improvements; remediating minor amounts of asbestos containing material and lead paint at the pavilions and comfort station; and other appurtenant work.
TAX MAP KEY 24_-015: 015 ZONING: A- 20a( State Land Use Conservation District)
SIZE OF PROPERTY OR AFFECTED AREA( S): 5. 497 acres
AGENT: Ron Terry, Principal, Geometrician Associates
ADDRESS: 10 Hine Street, Hilo, HI 96720
TELEPHONE; ( Bus.) ( 808) 969- 7090 ( Cell) ( 808) 987- 5239 ( Fax) _ N/ A
Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent. ORIGINAL: Kevin Sakai, P& R COPIES: Ron Terry, Geometrician
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A Environmental Assessment( Chapter 341 IIRS) anti Fo,ASI
A Final EA and I- incline of No Significant Impact( EONS() was prepared by the I lawai' i County Department H Parks and Recreation and published In the April 23. 2020 edition of the t RR Lurirronmenio/. A, rice ( see Exhibit 2).
B Description of the Proposed Project, Objectives, and Reasons
Project Decerlpriun
The Ilawai' i County Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a Special Management Area SMAI Use Permit to eliminate architectural barriers at Kolekole Gulch Park and rehabilitate or rebuild outmoded and dilapidated facilities. Thepurpose is to create safe, appropriate and compliant access for all park users while improving the ability to effectively maintain the park ( see Hshibit I. Figures I- 5). The State propzrty is under Executive Order 938 to the County of Flawai' i for recreational purposes.
In oe etview, the l' roposed Action involves demolition of the existing non- ADA ( Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended) facilities and improvements. along with actions that will repair, upgrade or build new facilities. Actions include the following( see Figure 4. Site Plans).
Converting the men' s and women' s reslrooms into single- occupant accessible restrooms: Providing a new multi- user accessible comfort station. Constructing two new wastewater passive treatment systems for the comfort stations: Building one new pavilion. demolishing another, and repairing and making safety improvements to the remaining ones: Providing various accessible parking spaces, walkways and picnic tables: Replacing the existing shower with a new. modern, accessible shower w drainage improvements to direct runoff aw av from stream, for water quality and erosion prey ention: Addressing drainage and mass wasting problems near pay i lions Removing nuisance non- native vegetation that may pose a risk to park facilities or users throughout the park site. in consultation with a certified arborist: Repaving and improving the stability and integrity of the driveway and parking lot as well as ensuring minimum Fire Department vehicular access for emergency purposes: and Developing a new water system utilizing trucked- in water with a 12. 000 gallon fire- protection tank and a 5. 000- gallon potable water storage tank. Remedial ion of lead contaminated soils.
The Proposed Action has been designed to minimize onsite disturbance to the degree consistent with providing sale and effects c implementation of accessible facilities that serve all members of the public. No impacts to any biological or water resources would occur. Of the many hundreds of trees on the site. several dozen are expected to require removal-
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The of erarchine purpose of the Proposed Action is to create safe, appropriate and cornpliwn access according to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act for all park users. The Proposed Action aims to satisfy the County' s obligations of its federally mandated Transition Plan, while retaining and improving the ability to effectitely maintain the park and ensuring the long- term ser%iccability of the park improvements. The Americans w ith Disabilities Act was signed into late on July 26. 1990. In President George II. W, Hush. ' The ADA is one of America' s most comprehensit e pieces of civil rights legislation. and it prohibits discrimination and guarafles that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to participate in the mainstream of American life to enjoy employment opportunities. to purchase goods and services, and to participate in state and local government programs and services, Modeled after the Civil Rights Act of 1964. which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex. or national origin— and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the ADA is an " equal opportunity' law for people with disabilities.
Without these improvements. the park would not be fully accessible and the County would not he compliant with the federally mandated requirement to bring this park into compliance. Not only would this lead to incont enience for disabled patrons and the possibility that they would not be able to access many of the park' s facilities. it would likely keep the park closed indefinitely. Further, failure on the County' s part to render this park fully ADA- compliant may obligate the County to rennsate another, as yet unidenti lied nearby park fin ADA compliance as a condition of its ADA Transition Plan requirements. Finally, the closure of this somewhat remote park has heen followed by vandalism and theft. To conscrne the function and amenities of the park. it is imponan to undertake the proposed i mputt ement s.
C Description of Subject Property and Existing Uses, Structures and Topography
The park site is a 5, 497- acre property within a steep. lushly vegetated gulch on the south side of Kolekoic Stream, nuekoi of Old Mamalahoa Highway, underneath and on the mauka side of the lawai' i Lich Highway ( State Route 19) bridge( Figures 1- 3). The park has been used for decades for picnics. camping and enjoying Kolekole Stream. The park was closed in 2016 out of an abundance of caution tin the public and ma imenance staff related to potential Icad contamination in the sunk the probable source of which vacs the adjacent State Department of Transportation' s Kolekole Gulch bridge structure supporting Ilighway 19. Subsequent testing has determined that lead is present in N arious locations in the park at varying levels, some exceeding the Department of Ilea Rh' s Environmental Action Level ( EAE). indicatinga potential risk to public health. PSR and the Department of 7 ransportation, with the support of the Department of! learnt. are working to reopen the park on a partial basis after implementing recommended constraints. Plans are currently underway to address the contaminated soil as a component of this project to allow safe. unencumbered and full public use of the park.
The topography is generally even and gently sloping both in the mauka direction and towards the gulch sides, where a steep pall demarcates the useable portion of the park property. Structures on the site consist of recreation facilities and associated infrastructure including five covered pavilions. all of which were constructed after 1962, that face the large grassy lawn area. The largest pavilion was named in 1972 after Elias" Epy" Yadao. a limiter County supervisor who obtained funding for the pavilion' s construction. Four wooden picnic tables arc situated within the interior of the pavilion.
Page 2 Ablekalu ( lulch Park : lt' cervihililrImprovements'. CMA I:. e Permit Application the floor of which has been almost entirely covered in sediment due to recent flooding. and a currently inoperable gender- secregated restroom is present at the southeastern end of the building_The remaining_ smaller pavilions( Pavilion Numbers 2, 3, 6. and 7) each contain a single picnic bench within their interiors- are overgrown by vegetation, and are in a similar state of disrepair and disuse. A
pole shower nary the stream.
I) Statement of Valuation
The current estimated cost of the improvements is S2. 5 million, which will he refined as the design becomes final.
k: State/ County Plans
Han ai' ISiege l'/ an
Adopted in I97S and last revised in 1991 ( I lawai' i Revised Statutes, Chapter 226, as amended). the Plan establishes a set of themes. goals. objectivesand policies that arc meant to guide the State' s long- run growth and development activities. The three themes that express the basic purpose of the ifenco/' i Suite i/ an are individual and family self- sufficiency, social and economic mobility and community or social well- being. The Proposed Action would promote these goals by reopening a critically important recreational facility and providing, with no substantial adverse environmental or social impacts, accessible recreational facilities in keeping with State and federal laws, thereby enhancing quality- of- life and community and social well- being.
iiaum' i Store l and I ' ve I au.
All land in the State of Ilawaii is classified into one of four land use categories - t Irian, Rural. Agricultural. or(' onservat ion — by the State Land Use Commission. pursuant to Chapter 205, HRS. The property appears to he wholly within in the State Land Use Conservation District. Official determination of the State Land Use District Boundary has been sought through correspondence from the Land Use Commission. the Proposed Action for continuing use of the project site as a park is consistent w illi intended uses for this Land Use District, given compliance with administrative rules for the Conservation District. which will require granting of either a Conservation District Use Permit DUP) or Site Plan Approval. as determined by the Department of and and Natural Resources. Office of Conserv at ion and Coastal Lands ( DI. NR- OCCL).
The Conservation District suhione for project site appears to he split between Resource, in the flatter, useable portion of the park where all facilities are located, and Limited. in the slopes on the southern side of the park. continuation of the boundary between these suhzones. per HAR 13- 5- I 7. is being sought through official correspondence with DLNR- OC' CL. Regardless of subzone. the Proposed Action potentially fits within several categories of identified uses, per Ilawai' i Adminuaativ e Rules IHARI 13- 5- 22. including:
P- 6 PUBLIC PURPOSE USES. ( D- lye Not for profit land uses undertaken in support of a public service by an agency of the county, state, or federal government, or by an independent non- governmental entity, except that an independent non- governmental regulated public utility may he considered to be engaged in a public purpose use. Examples of public purpose uses may include but are not limited to public roads, marinas, harbors, airports, trails, water systems
Page 3 kttlekole Gulch Park 4tee. sc/ blirrfmprovernenle . 5' 11. 4 (.' de Permit tpp//ecIi n and other utilities. energy generation from renewable resources. communication sv steins, flood or erosion con tml projects, recreational fadlities, conumuti ty centers. and other public purpose uses, intended to benefit the public in accordance with public policy and the purpose of the Consery anion District.
P- X Si Rl- C I t RPS .AND LAND LSIS. I XIS UNG IA- I Minor repair. maintenance, and operation to an existing structure. facility, use. land. and equipment. w hether It Is nonconforming or permitted, That involves mostly cosmetic work or Tike- to- like replacement of component pans, and that results in negligible change to or impact to land or a natural and cultural resource.
P- 8 SIR(' CT(! RES AND LAND USES, EXISTING( B- I 1 Demolition. removal. or minor alteration of existing structures, facilities, land, and equipment. Any historic property shall he evaluated by the department for historical significance.
P- 8 IB-_'1 Replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities under a previously approved conservation district use permit where the new structure will he located approximately on the same site and will have substantially the same purpose capacity, density. height. and dimensions as the structure replaced. Reconstruction or replacement of structures and facilities shall he subject to development standards set forth in this chapter. and other requirements as applicable, including but not limited to a county building permit. shoreline setback. and shoreline certification. No enlargement of the structures and facilities is permitted under this section. The provisions of this section will not he applicable upon failure to file an application to replace or reconstruct structures and facilities within two years of the demolition or destruction of structures and facilities.
It is expected that a Conservation District Use Permit ( CDI P) or a Site Plan Approval will he necessary for the proposal accessibility improvements. { hese approvals require a detailed evaluation of the consistency of the Proposed Action with the criteria of the Conservation District permit process_ Although such an evaluation is premature, the following individual consistency criteria should be noted'
1. 1 he proposed land Inc ie canstotent wall the purpme of the (' nnserratimn District.
The continuing use of a public park and repair and, or replacement of structures that support this use arc in conthnnance with the purpose of the Conservation District. It is an identified use within the Conservation District. The County has commi ted to conserve, protect and preserve the natural features on the subject property. The proposed use will not impact natural or cultural resources of the arca.
2 The proposed hem/ acre is comixtent wall the ah/ eclau.' of the suh_one al the hurl an Which the we II ll oeamc
The objective of the Resource subzone '-... i.c to develop with proper management, arca to ensure ung wined ace al the natural resource r v/ there arcus. " Parks construction. use and maintenance and repair arc identified uses in the Resource sub/one under I IAR 13- 5- 22 various sections) Although active park uses and structures appear to be confined to the Resource subzone, the same uses are also permitted in the Limited subzone. The proposed park
Page 4 k. lekolc Gulch Park Access/bili) Improvements SA/ 4 / lie Perlin: Application tit ill ensure the sustained use and eujovmcnt of the natural resources in the project area by proKling proper facilities and mitigating potential impacts.
The proposed hard use complies iiith provisions and galdelinat tomcatted in (' hupter 115.-I. Miura' Revised S' anine, tIIR,G. entitled "( ' nested/ one llarargenitnt."( there uppittobit
the park is partly within Special Manugeinent Area 1 SMAI. The extent to tv hich park actisities trill he subject to the requirement for SMA permitting will he determined by the Planning Department. In any case, the proposed use would comply with all provisions and guidelines contained in Chapter 205A. Ilawai' i Revised Statutes( I IRS I, entitled (' ousted/ one ticrn( r, Cennvu.
1. The Inupu.vcd land use will not rause sub,vlaruiu! a(hrrse impact to existing natural resnurncs itilhin the surramullng area, contmurrin or region:
Because of the relatively minor nature of the accessibility improvements and the lack of threatened or endangered plant species or pristine native ecosystems. the proposed park improvements are not likely to cause adverse biological impacts. Impacts to the island wide- ranging I lawaiian hawk and the endangered Hawaiian hoary hat will he avoided through timing of vegctution removal andlor hawk nest suney. Stream biota will be protected through extensive BMPs.
5. life pro/ xnre( l land use. includinu buildings. swot ores and/ urdiliec shall be cowpaahle mutt tlu Inculin and surrnundiHK areas. appropriate to/ 1w plrrciaul conditions un( 1 c opuhililics of the nun dMt parcel or panels
The proposed accessibility improvements will he minor replacement, additions and modifications to existing uses and will he completely compatible with the locality and existing
uses
6 the . wing pin' rieal and enwn- unnrenlal aspens a/ the lan( I, sru' h as natural beater and open. smite durueterlstios. vi!! he preserved or inprured uponm lucherer is opplli able.
The proposed continued use of the property Mr a park will help conserve. protect and preserve the natural features of the arca.
Sab( h vision o/ land hill nnl he induced to increase the imenvim ul land wed in ( lie ullaet anon Di vara!:
The proposed action does not Insole or depend upon subdivision and w III not lead to any increase in intensity of use
8_ The proposed land ode Will rent he mato-talk detrimental lo the public health. salon. and
ellare.
The proposed accessibility improvements toll not be detrimental to the public health, safety. and welfare.
huge ? Aulekole Gulch Park 1cccssihililr Improvements S. V.-t l ie Perna( Applicatrim In accordance with standard procedures when both an SNIA Use Permit and Conservation District appio als are required, the SMA C'sc Permit process precedes the Conservation District process. km ui i ( homy' LoninF he project site is / lined A-20a ( Agricultural. miinmum lot size 20 acres), and a park is a permitted use in this riming category. No change of zone is required to implement the Proposed Action. / lowest er. County zoning does not apply within the State Land Use Conservation District, and any proposed land usesPlanningarc controlledDepartmentunderinayConservationhe required. District administrative riles. per above. Plan Approval by the
Genera/ Plan
The General Plan for the County of l lawai' i is a policy document expressing the broad goals and policies for the long- range de elopntent of the Island ofI lawai' i. The plan was adopted by ordinance in 1989 and revised in 2005 ( Hawai' i County Planning Department). The General Plan itself is organized into thirteen elements, with policies, objectives, standards, and principles for each. There are also discussions ofthe specific applicability of each element to the nine judicial districts comprising the Count) of I lawai' i. Most relevant to the proposed project are the following Goal and Policies, and Courses of Action of particular chapters of the General Plan:
RECREATION 12. 2 GOALS a) Provide a wide variety of recreational opportunities for the residents and visitors of the County h) Maintain the natural beauty of recreation areas. c) Provide a diversity of environments for active and passive pursuits.
12. i POLICIES al Strike to equitably allocate facility- based parks among the distriets relative to population. with public input to determine the locations and types of favi litics. Ic) Recreational facilities shall reflect the natural_ historic, and cultural character of the area. d) The use of land adjoining recreation areas shall he compatible vs ith community values, physical resources. and cc, cation potential. g) Facilities for compatible multiple uses shall he provided. Iii Provide facilities and a broad recreational program for all age groups, with special considerations fin the handicapped, the elderly, and young children_ I Coordinate recreational programs and facilities with governmental and private agencies and organizations. Innovative ideas for improving recreational facilities and opportunities shall he considered.
12. 4 STANDARDS lc) Parks lot General Use: Centered around a major natural asset, such as a sandy beach, a prime forest, or a voleanic feature and includes historic sites whenever feasible. Designed to accommodate users from throughout the County. Beach parks provide opportunities for swimmin ' sunbathing, surfing, camping. fishing. boating- nature study, and other pastimes- Every section of the island should be adequately
6 Page kblekole Gulch Park; l rceenihilirr Lnprorerrtents. 5Ati Lice Perini( Application screed. I acilities depend on size and intensity of INC hut should include: reStrooms w ith shmters_ picnic facilities, a defined tent camping area w lien allowed: drinking wafer. adequate parking: pavilions of various sizes: and lifeguard facilities.
Discussion: the Proposed Action provides a Park Mr General Ilse with accessible facilities. It satisfies relevant goals. policies. standards and course of action li, r , enation.
HISTORIC SI IFS
6. 2 GOALS a) Protect. restore, and enhance the sites, buildings, and objects of significant historical and cultural importance to liawaili. hi Appropriate access to significant historic sites. buildings. and objects of public interest should he made available.
Discussion: The Proposed Action has involved appropriate survey by professional archaeologists to determine the presence and significance of historic sites. The conclusion that none are present has been reviewed and concurred with by the State Ilistoric Preservation Division. Therefore. the action satisfies relevant goals. policies. and courses of action for historic sites in I Iawai' i County.
NATURAL BEAU I V 72 GOALS a) Protect. preserve and enhance the quality of areas endowed with natural beauty. including the quality of coastal scenic resources. hi Protect scenic vistas and view planes from becoming obstructed. c) Maximiic opportunities for present and future generations to appreciate and enjoy natural and scenic beauty. 7. 3 POLICIES
a) Increase public pedestrian access opportunities to scenic places and vistas_ d1 Access easement to public or private lands that have natural or scenic value shall he provided or acquired for the public. Ihl Protect the views of areas endowed with natural beauty by carefully considering the effects of proposed cunstntetion during all land use reviews. i 1 Do not allow incompatible construction in areas of natural beauty.
As discussed in Section 3. 1. 5_ the General Plan identifies Kolekole Gulch is identified as an area of Natural Beauty on ' able 7- 3 ( Page 7- 61
Discussion: the Proposed Action does not involve adverse impacts to scenic areas or vantages and would not be inconsistent with the natural beauty of the area. Therefore_the action is consistent with relevant goals. policies. and courses of action of the Natural Beauty section of the Ilawai' i County Gieneral Plan.
NATURAL RESOURCES 8. 2 GOALS al Primed and conserve the natural resources from undue exploitation. encroachment and damage. h) Provide opportunities for recreational, economic, and educational needs without despoiling or
endangering natural resources.
Page - tale/ ole Gulch Park Access/ HIM Improvemeun SAL' I ' ce Perm» Applica ion Eel Protect and promote the prudent use of I lawaii' s unique. fragile. and significant env ironniental and natural resources. Eel fencer and effect vett manaue f lawaii' s open space. e atereheds, shoreline and nu' ural areas. R.: POLICIES H Encourage a program of collection and dissemination of basic data concerning natural moue rs. hl Encourage public and private agencies to manage the natural resources in a manner that avoids or minimizes adverse effects on the en'' minium( and depletion ofenergy and natural resources to the fullest extent. li) Encourage an overall conservation ethic in the use of Ilawaii' s resources by protecting, presen Mg, and conserving the critical and significant natural resources of the County of Hawaii. ul Ensure that activities authorized or funded by the County do not damage important natural resources.
Discussion The Proposed Action does not invoke destruction of natural resources and is consistent with the goals, standards and policies of the Natural Resources chapter of the I lawai' i County General Plan.
The Ilan ai' a CumnI (: enrol ('len Land lace PWtern Violation Goode ( L(=(' uGA The LUPAG map component of the General Pleat is a graphic representation of the Plan' s goals, policies, and standards as well as of the physical relationship between land uses. It also establishes the basic urban and non- urban form for; yeas within the planned public and cultural facilities, public utilities and safety features, and transportation corridors. The project site is classified as Conservation in the Ell PAC. Continuing use of the project site for a park is consistent with this designation.
liamahtu ConnnrcuAr Ocrelupntcnt Pion
the I lanakua Community Development Man ( CDP) planning area encompasses not only the judicial district of I lamakua, but also that of North I limo. and a porion of the South ! filo district commonly referred to as Rural South I limo 1 Wainaku to Ilakalau). It was developed tinder the framework of the I' cbruary 2005 County- of I lawai' i General Plan and adopted in 2018 per Ordinance 2018- 075. hop". record. hawaiicounty. gov. weblinkQ) oeView aspx? dbid- I& id- 99067& page- I& cr- I). Community Development Plans are intended to translate broad Genera I Plan ( foals, Policies. and Standards into implementat ion actions as they apply to specific geographical regions around the County. CDP; are also intended to serve as a forum for community input into land- use, delis cry of goveminent services and any other matters relating to the planning area. the t tantalum CUP has policies relevant to park improvements through its aspirational priorities for natural and cultural resources and community infrastructure
Protects coastal areas, agricultural land. and rtunum forests from development Protects open space, areas with natural beauty, and scenic view planes Guides the development of programs to strengthen protections for coastal and agricultural lands as well as open space and view planes Prescne,s historic resources Ensures appropriate public access to the shoreline and nuatka forests
kinky 8 Auleknle Gulch Park An es. vihilin ( mproretuentc RAP) Gve Peon ii. Ipplu' t ion luidee collahoratit c stewardship and enhancement of coastal and forest ecosystems. cultural resources. agricultural lands, public access. and trails Supports the preservation of village and I '" n character and guides the enhancement of
communities unique sense of place
Despite changes. there is a feeling of continuity and herbage in this community. In the words til the draft I lamakua Cnnmiunits Development 1' lan ( I latcai' i Counts Planning Department 201K: 2Up:
The region referred to as Ilamakua stretches along north of I filo along the upright cliffs lllilo Palikut to the majestic. historic valley of Waipi' o and up the slopes to the sacred summit of Mauna Kea. It is against this sweeping. lush green landscape that the people of the I lamakua region have flourished for generations. The region was historically renowned as a powerful religious, economic, and demographic center of Ilawai' i Island and from early limes, the region was known for its agriculture. One cannot truly understand I lamakua' s people without appreciating the legacy that agriculture has stamped on this land and its people.
For some Ilamakua is a place where their ancestors flourished for centuries and for others. agricultural employment drew their ancestors to emigrate from foreign lands. I Icre they raised their children and learned to love the land and sea as their own. Still others have conic in search of a simpler way of life. drawn by the beauty of the land and a host of personal stories that testify to the magical attraction that draws people to places where they feel at home. Together. these groups forn the modern communities of Ilamakua.
Regardless of their background. the people of I tamale ua share a deep appreciation for the historical heritage of their small towns and highly value preserving an ' ohana- centered community that emphasizes quality of life. neighborhood cooperation, and the aloha spirit. the people of I lamakua recognize that their future is Gal to the preservation of their way of life and the natural and cultural resources that have sustained them for generations.
Prscuulon: According the I lawai' i County Planning Department' s letter in response to early consultation of December 19. 2018 ( see Appendix la of Exhibit 21. " Ilamakua Community Development Plan ( CDP): Policy I04 directs that the County '' seek to combine park facility improvement projects with needed facility improvements ( e. g. ADA improvements with facility hardening. etc.)_. this project appears to be consistent with this policy by combining needed accessihil it) improvements with other critical improvements such as wastewater, drainage. hazardous material abatement. and hazardous tree removal.
F Project' s Relationship to Objectives and Policies of Chapter 205a. HRS, and the SMA Guidelines
F. A. Consistency With SMA Policies
The proposed land use complies with provisions and guidelines contained in Chapter 205A. I lawai' i Revisal Statutes ( IIRS), entitled Coastal Zone Management. The proposed use would he consistent with Chapter 205A because it would benefit and not adversely affect public access to recreational areas, historic resources, scenic and open space resources. coastal ecosystems, economic uses, or coastal hazards_ A discussion of the Proposed Action' s impact to each of these resources follows.
age V Kole lode ( iplchPark. Ictesxibililt- Improvements SAL( C' v Permit : Ipplir cruou I. Recreational Resources
I. Improve ranrdrnrurun and f wnrlm,g eel araslol rerrrationrd plurm1147 wed nemogenamt: and B Irovide adequate. accessible. and diverse recreational apprrrimuies in the eaauul_ one management area hi rearm ring a oaaq ui rewm-crs unryurh' %micd for rccreational aet: rinns tide( cannot be pnnided to other oars: Requiritn rephnt mend of coastal resources having wxni/ hanl ieere. unnlc;! odor nrdtrding. bill not limed to meeting sues. lishponde. anti swirl hew kc'.s schen NMI/ i' emir wens will he untn' oichthly damaged hr development. or requiring reasonable numeral" commis-Wiwi to dee. Hatefree recreation it herr replacrnrent is nut Aucihle or do ctruble, tail Provichng and managing adequate public access. consistent u' illu convenvtiurr of natural le.rorn'cc' s. to and along. Jurrelines with recreational value: lir; Prctiding an adequate stgrplr uf: charehne parks- and other recreational facilities tumble lir public recreation: f] nuring ptrhlie recreational uses ofcomas, state. and leiferullr( tuned or- controlled shoreline lands and ureters hen ing recreational value eun.Vsk ill with public safely standards and conservation ofnannt! resources nri! . Idopting water qualm standards and regulating point and nagana vain-ere of pollution to protect. and where Jeasihfe, restore the recreational valuer of coastal alers. vitt I) cveluping ncu shoreline recreational upportionties. where egrpruprtale. such m nil/ jived logo ens ortilicin( hruches and arlifival reefs far smthng and fishing: and ma Incur ging reasonable dedication al shoreline ureas with recreational value tar public Inc as pail of discretionary approvals or permits hi dee land use commission hoard of land and natural remnants and court' authorutes: and( reditin,g such drdim/inn again.st the requirements ofAcetic'',iurr 46- 6' The Proposed Action aerobes coordination of State and County coastal recreational planning and management and protection. through 11 coordination with and res less by multiple State and County agencies of the Chapter 343, ! IRS. env ironmental assessment, and 2s coordination wiih and res fess by IIs Department of Land and Natural Resources. Office of Coastal and Goose' s Rion Lands Rs ith the formal Consenmion District Use Permit scheduled after conclusion of the SMA process). The reopened, accessible park will help P& R in its mission to pros ide adequate, accessible and diverse recreational opportunities. It would not in any mariner adversely affect ss Liter quality. other natural resources. or other recreational resources. nor would it restrict any shoreline uses such as hiking. fishing. or water sports.
flt.anric Resocars
Il Irirnith' curd anuh're sigrrifinun urchaeologri'ul resources. 17) 11a1'inr ire inlnrmnli in retention Ibrough preAer Yuma nfreruoint and air tfacts or ra4' oge operations: and I Suppru' I everts goals-fur pr-alretiun roeturcrlinrr. interpretudun. and displor rel higorrc resources.
Page ill kblekole Gulch Park Aceessihdim hrlprorernerr( s . Cl/. I (' ss- Prrnrir Application I he Archeolnei cal Assessment Sunny OAS) identified and analyzed the significance of the archaeological resources within the project site( See Section HI 13. Ann el. and tbund none to be present The archaeological assessment survey was port ided to SI IPI) for their review and continent on August 0. '_ 014 By letter of December 27, 2019( see Appendix 3). SI IPI) concurred with the Proposed AcliLO effect determination of" no historic properties affected." concluding the historic preservation ret iew process. Although no archaeological sites or other( historic properties appeal to present. in the unlikely went that any unanticipated archaeological resources are unearthed within the project site during the proposed rehabilitation activities. work in the immediate vicinity of those resources will he halted and SI TPU will be contacted in compliance with I lawai` i Administrative Rules 1311 13- 2%0.
Through these actions, the Proposed Action will support state goals for protection. restoration. interpretation and display of historic resources.
3 Scenic and Open Sjrure Resources
I Until]. valued scenic resources in the mot vtol= ane management area: B h: nsure Jul nen tiere6tpmenec are compatible u- ilh their visual environment br( Lev i%rrirtt and lamming such derelaprnenly I , nrinunite the alteration of mnural landformr and existing pnhlic views round along the shoreline, Preverar, nmiruuin, and where desirable, improve and restore shoreline open spare urrd, scenic
resource‘ anJ I) Encourage glove developments that ere not coastal dependent to locale in inland c,reac.
The guidelines contained in Rule 9 of the Ilawai' i County Planning Commission Rules I which governs the S,,MAI express the intent to minimize development that would " substantially interfere with or detract from the line of site toward the sea from the State I lighway nearest the coast or from other scenic areas identified in the General Plan:' The valued scenic resources in the coastal zone in this area are thus the newplane from Ilighway 19 towards the coast, which would not be affected. and areas of natural beauty identified in the General Plan. 1he Ilawai` i County General Plan ( Iluwai` i County 2005.7- 5) notes regarding scenic resources in South I lilo that'.
The natural beauty of the South I lilt,district is dominated by Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. From t minus locations in the area, there arc magnificent views of the mountains. I filo 13ay pros ides a picturesque front yard for Hilo. F ruin the hay the land gently slopes upward towards Mauna Kea and Mauna Lea. Throughout the district there are waterfalls, including the famous Akak a Falls and nearby Kahuna Falls. Rainbow Falls, and others.
Kolckole Clutch is specifically called out as an example of natural beauty. No Except Tonal 11reees are noted from the site. but the general jungle- like landscape adjacent to a pristine stream with a waterfall tributary across Rom the park, near a wild. di fled coastline, is highly scenic- and part of the attraction that draws both residents and visitors.
The proposed improvements would not adversely affect any sight lines or scenic resources in any way. Furthermore, the Proposed Action maintains the quality of scenic and open space resources by leaving the coastal arca in an open, recreational condition. The improvements would he compatible with the visual environment in the area. Open space uses such as recreation are to some extent coastal dependent in I Iawai` i, as laws and regulations restrict other uses and encourage recreation.
Page 11 hblekole ( Mich Park. Iecessihilim' bnprorements S, 1L' I Cve Pertnil.- Ipplicnlion J ( natio! Ecosi' tems
h:rerciseun overall conNervation ethic and prac( rc '( elrnrdrhilr in the protection. uses and de%elapmern of marine mad eaurteel rcvonrcn. B Improv, the technical ha tit Jor minal resource management. Preserve valuable coayul twos.' ylems. including rale- of sr,gniliau, huolopcal or cannons inlpnr-, ossa I). ,l/ inrnrir-e disruption or degradation o/ coastal It ater eco,n:stem s hr e// ectire regulation u!
streamrealer needsdnersion.ands, ehonmelixdioor mil sirrtliar hind am! miler uses. recognizing eonrpeIirrg E. !' rnrnnte a air quanti(v and qualm' planning and manageman( 111' 0(110' A that re/leer the tolerance of fi'esh nater and marine ecus sieurs and maintain and enhance outer quality through the development and implementation ai pair, and tumpoinl , source aroar pollution control measures.
hhe nature, location and design of the proposed improvements. along with precautions that will he undertaken during construction. would minimize impacts to estuarine. nearshore and marine water quality and biological resources and represent appropriate stewardship and protection. No threatened or endangered animal or plant species would be affected. Coastal Ecosystem Policies 13, D and h. are related to regulatory agency functions and arc beyond the scope of this SM A application-
1conolrric (' re.
1 Cour nbale caaaol dependent derelupnren( iu appropriate areas B. Esme that coastal dependent development such as laahucs unc! ports and coastal related development such as ritual- iudnsgr bulletin and margo generating trellises. arc located designed and conwink red IO nrintmi: e adverse wcior visualand em iroamenhd impacts in the c naaol : one rnanogernent arra. one! Direct the / niton and elpansiorr u/ rnaMad drpendrn! derrhoprm' ms 10 areas prcseanh derignalcd and used fin- such developments and permit reasonable long- term gran lb ut much areas and permit coastal ( lepende' rn derelopmem nu(sicle u/ prenen( h designated treats hen lir ( se ul prescnfv dcdfnatrd lata/ ions is not fusible: nil : Idverse enrironmermrl Likely are minimised: and trrU the development is impartial to the .Slme' v economy'. The I' conomm Lses Policies are related to regulatory agency functions and are beyond the scope of this SIA application. I lowever. the Proposed Action use would not adversely affect any economic aspects of the coastal zone, and it would positi' cly contribute to the economy by pros iding adequate and accessible facilities for residents and visitors to Kolekole Beach Park.
h. (' award lhcurds
1. Develop and communicate adequate infinnmhan alom. vhn-ni nave, ( wurrmi. hood, crorion. suhsidolte. mrd/ wbt( and nnnpnin( snurne pollutant hazards:
Page 12 Kolekole Gulch Park - Ieccssihilnr ingrrnvemrn( s5,11,- 1 Use Permit.- IpplItalnn B t ' ururu! Jrrelopnrent in areassuhlect lu .' boutoave. IvmlmrnI. hood, ervutam. hurricam. n Inds uhddenc o. . mnl puha and nunpolnt worse pollution hazards: Ensure rhe do cloprnenis comply it nh requirements of the federal Floud hrnu-anee Program. I) Prevent . acrclal flooding from inland pro feces,
Coastal herded folies A is related to regulatory agenes functions and is hesond the scope of this SMA application. The proposed improvements would be undertaken outside designated coasM1i I noodpla ins. The proposed Iand use. a County park. is consistent with approved open- space uses and will not adversely affect any floodplain. Maps printed by the Pacific Tsunami Warning CenterI law ai' i County Civil Defense Agency locate the project site within an area that should he evacuated during a tsunami warning lhttp: •www5. hawaii. ov' tsunami' maps. asp). Recreation is a generally allowed and appropriate use within the coastal flood zones. Warning sirens are present nearby and the area can readily be evacuated in the event of a tsunami or other coastal hazard emergency. No aspect of the Proposed Action would adversely affect the public exposure to coastal hazards. The proposed park would not increase flooding of the coastal areas.
Managing Development
A. !' ce, inrplemenl. and enoree existing lace effectively to the maximum extent passible in manggirlg!' recent and future crrasml Dine development: B. Eaten/ ate timely processing of applications for dowlegament pernrrly and resolve overlapping
or conflicting permit requirements: and fimmi etc ate the potential, short and long-tern' impacts of proposed significant coastal derelopmentr cork to their Pik civic and in tenors mukrelandahle to the public to facilitate public panic if rn the planning and rerieu pour
Managing Des elopmenl Policies A and 13 are related to regulatory agency functions and are beyond the scope of this SMA application. The Proposed Action has included extensive public involvement including preparation of an Environmental Assessment in compliance with Chapter 343. I IRS. The Final EA addressed the short and long- term impacts of the Proposed Action. and its distribution during the public rexiew process supports communication of information to the public. The Proposed Action conforms with the State and County land use designations fur the area and would support land II SC in accordance With Slate and County plans.
R Public Perrin nfi ton
I. Promote puhlie Involvement in coastal Done management processes: 8. Disseminate Information nn enamel management isles by amens of educational materials. puthlishecl reports. stall contact and public workshops tar persons and( whanemians concerned with coasted issaes. developments, and government acatriuce, and e r; gmtiet workshops. policy dialogues. and silc- spccilic methanol' s to respond to coastal isms.'
and con/ tet v.
With respect to Policies A and R. the Proposed Action included extensive public involvement including the preparation of an Environmental Assessment in compliance with Chapter 343. I IRS. During the Special Management Area process. an applicant will notify the surrounding property owners within 3011 feel of the perimeter of the property as required by Planning Commission Rule No.
Page 13 tioleknle Gulch Park Icccvvibilily ingrrorernenl, v SAM use PerronApplication 9. public hearing notification rcquircmeno. An applicant is required to sere a First Notice to the surrounding property owners of the proposed development at the time the Special Management Area Use Permit Application is submitted to the Planning Director. The First Notice informs the surrounding property 1.) w iters Of the opportunity to participate in the eldluation of the Applicant' s request in the Special Management Area Lse Permit Application. The public participation process includes the Contested Case Hearing process. As such, the publics participation begins as soon as the Application is submitted to the Planning Department. the public is able to submit their comments and provide intiommtion to the Planning Director prior to the scheduling of the Special Management Arca fisc Permit Application for a public hearing. This initial and subsequent public hearing improves the development review process, communication, and public participation in the management of coastal resources and hazards.
Public Participation Policy C is related to regulatory agency functions and is beyond the scope of this SMA application.
9 Beate Proteclioti:
1 Locate new slructm' es inland Rom the shoreline setback to ca nservc open- Spaces ininimhe inletcrence u-nh ramal shoreline processes. and minimi: e loss of duprnvenrenl, v due to erasure. B. Prohibit construction ofprivate erasion- prutecdon structures seau' m- t tithe shoreline_ except when Hsi result in improved aesthesia and engineering solutions to erosion at the sites and da nor niter/ ere with existing recreational and bn terline activities.-ctivities:('.
ihnimin the COO ONO' of1nthlic erosion-protection structures s' ap tied cif the shoreline; I) Prohibit private property torn-' burn creating a public nuismOCC hr inducing ar cultivating the private properly mower' s ! Cgelalion in a beach MOM il corridor and E s l'ralrihit private property ounces creating je0111 at public nuisance hr alter"-dee prime properly uu-ner' s a nmainaancd t cr_datum to interfere or encroach upon a beach trunstl
corridor Beach Protection Policies are related to regulatory agency functions and or projects situated on the shoreline and are not directly applicable to this SMA application, which concerns a non-shoreline project (although the park is adjacent to a stream and near a shoreline, which will not he affected in any way).Through keeping the area near the shoreline open space. there is no adverse effect upon the boulder beach at the mouth of Kolckole
Stream. 14 I Fume
Resources. 1.Ensure rhea the use and development of moire and coastal resources are eni/ ugicalh and environmentally sound and economically beneficial 11.uurdmule the(' management of murine and coastal resources and activities to improve efits here. v mrd efficiency Insert and articulate the interests oflhc Slate OA ( I partner with federal agencies in the sound mmlageWent of ocean resources within the United.Crates exclusive economic: one. 1)Promote research. Gaudy and understandingof ocean processes. marine life. and other° Cern rtls°arcev In acquire and inventor%information necessary- to understand toms neem development oclivinies relate to and impact upon ocean and cnastul resources:
and l'ageII Kt lekole Gulch Park Atceesihiliry lmprorenrents . S' tI. I I Terrors Ap/ F.. l.ncourogc reware/ r and development of nen. innovative technologies Jrue r/ rloring. usingor
protecting marine and c' nuaral rernlrrccY
SS ith respect to I' olicy. A. the project site is located on the nrauka side of Kulekole Stream Bridge. aw: v ( root the shoreline, on a nun- nm igable stream, and is designed to have no effect on marine mwurees_ including shipping. ocean recreation. or fishing. Proper treatment of drainage and wastewater ensure that there will he no substantial impact on the biological of economic aspects of the coastal ecosystem. The Proposed Action is consistent with existing State and Como' Plans as well as the existing zoning.
Marine Resources Policies B. C, D and F arc related to regulatory agency Functions and are beyond the scope of this SMA application.
The Proposed Action avoids any impact to marine resources by minimizing and mitigating water quality impacts.
F. B. Consistency with SMA Review Guidelines
1 Ill development in the special management area shall he suhjeci to reasonable terms end conditions cet hr the[ nlllrorih' m order hr ensure'
1 . Idequm< scams. br dedicuunn or other means. la publicly outwit or msecl beaches. recreation areas. ( mil natural reserves is 1, i- twitted to the event consistent with sound mnaerrufian
principles. 8 . 1degllute and properly located public recreation areas and u5/dli/c fireserves are reserved. C'. Provisions are nulde far. o/ id and liquid waste treatment. disposition and n a u, genurul trhidr
trill mirrirui_ e adverse efface upon special management ureal resources. and El. . 1h/ croft/ fits to ens/ mg lanrllormn and vegetal tan. except emus. and mmstruciun of structures shall cause ' mailman adverse ellen to ( rater resources and scenic and recreational amenities and minimum danger" of floods. Ir incl ddrage. storm surge, landslides. erasion. Aihatian. ns.' failure in are event of earthquake
The County of I lawaf i, Department of Parks and Recreation, understands that approval is subject to reasonable terms and conditions to ensure the Proposed Action is consistent with the applicable SMA polices. The project site is near but not on the shoreline and will not affect any existing public access, except in a positive way. Wastewater will he appropriately treated in a new s' stein conformant with Department of health rules. the Proposed Action improves a recreational amenity with a not unreasonable risk of natural hazards and no substantial adverse environmental or ecological impact based upon the errs ironmental analysis documented in the Final P. A.
Na2development shall he approved unless the authority has first lnrrnd:
A That the development a ill rrut bore am' suhaantial adverse ern' ir- iamental or ecological eftt' ct except as such adverse effect is nrnrinrtred In 11w extent practicable and eleark outweighed hr public health. ser/ eft or compelling puhlic tntere.as Ruch adverse effects shall inchuk. but not be / turtle/ to. the potential cumulative impact of individual derelopmenrc. each one of which token ire itself might not have a Auh.wantial adrerse effect, and the clnrdnauon ofplanning
options.
Page 15 lsblekale Gulch Pork let ce. ihilili Inprovemenls St L-I (' se Permit Applmattun B Ihnl the develn luteal is enaseaern Milli the ohjectorv. poltoes, and rpeywd nwan/ geeleal arra gmdelnms u11/ 1H chapter and tint gmdeliaes enaeled hr the lrgisdecdrue: and t Ihm the elevelopmem is con.etatcvn with the colour general plan mrd=oning. ,each a finding of e uasutentr tine%not' occlude c( meurem prtryessing a herr a general plan Cu : riling amendment mai also he required
the Proposed Action should nit have any substantial adverse environmental or ecological impact based upon the environmental analysis documented in the Final FA. Necessary mitigative measures to minimise projecl related impacts have been identified in various sections of the document and in this application " lie Final FA also included evaluating the cumulative impact from this project on the environment. The Proposed Action would he consistent with the pertinent SMA objectives and policies as previously addressed. Proposed improvements would also be consistent with the County' s land use plan, zoning, policies and regulations. No valuable natural or cultural resources would be committed or lost. No historic sites arc present, and the proposed improvements will increase the utility of the park and its cultural value as a traditional community gathering area. The project site and surrounding areas support recreational and agricultural uses that will not he affected by the proposed action. The Proposed Action does require irretrievable and irreversible commitment of development costs, resources and labor to make the improvements-
the etuthoritr shall.seek In minion:T. Whereere reasonable.
f Ureelg' igg filling ter otherwise tittering am hatesittapr salt marsh. river mouth. slough or lagoon 8. AM' development it Inch would reduce the ser of env heath or other area usahie/ ar public recretum Ino derclapnuenl uhic'h uoat/ reduce or impose restrictions upon' white Oceess to tidal and nuhrncr- gel LOUIS header. ' onions n/ firers and%Beams Bonin the special nunr moment areas and the mean high tide line where there iv no heath. I) ,{ tor development which anrrl( l auhviantialle hrlerhor with or tIetroet horn the line at sigh louuurd the yea finny the ChM:? light ihr neareS1 the encrvl: and T. Arm development a high unuld coke/ me/ 1'., papiss water qualtlr, existing( wetly al open: weer flee of risibly strutiurc existing and potential firftertes and fishing grounds aWitte hah, i , i ur potential or existing agricultural twee of land.
The Proposed Action would not impact any of the factors identified under this review guideline. Protect intproerntents would not involve: I 1 the dredging. filling, or altering of any bay. estuary, salt marsh, river mouth, slough. or lagoon: _' I reducing the size of any beach or arca used for public recreation: 3) reducing access or imposing restrictions on public access to tidal and submerged lands. beaches, riters and streams: 4) substantial interference with or detraction from the line of sight toward the sea from the state highway nearest the coast: or 5) fisheries or fishing grounds, wildlife habitats. and existing agricultural uses of land.
F.C. Consistency pith Grounds for Approving an SMA Major Use Permit The development mill not have any suhvtaniial adverse envirtmmemnl or ecalggtenl tiled except as such adverse effect is rrriniurced to the extent praelienhle and is clearly minteighed bypublic health, sa% Ir or compelling public inlete.SI.
Page / 6 A-oleknle Gulch Burk Accessibility Improvements V11 Cam Permit Application Hie Proposed - Action should not lune any substantial adserse em ironmental or ecological impact based upon the environmental analysis documented in the Final EA. Necessary mitigative measures to minimize project related impacts hale been identified in carious sections olthe document and in this application_
2 The drrelopme v a rnnsi It"! o illi the ohjectno and polo.in fled lhe. tilrcrietl Alanogeruenr leen guideline tts provided in ( 7 upter 205A, FIRS.
See discussion in Section F. A and 1314 above
3 The dmelopment iv conahlent with the General Plan. Zoning Code and other applicable
ordinances
The consistency of the Proposed Action with the General Plan for the County of Ifewai' i is discussed in Section 3E. above. The Proposed Action is completely consistent.
The project site is zoned Open ( although County zoning does not apply in the State Land Use Conservation District), and the continuing use as a park is a permitted use in this zoning category.
4. The development will, to the extent feasible. reavonah( r pralect nater Han aiiun rights inner are loon? m exist, including specific factual findings regarding:
I. The irkvui/t and scope 01 valued cultured. historical or natural remotorec In the petition arra, including the extent to which traditional and enstonrar' P native Hawaiian rights tar e ereiseel In the petition area: B The extent In which( hose rc,unore, r including traditional and customer% native Ianwaiian rights will he u(lected or impaired hr the proposed action. and 1 he leavhle uctinn. it ane. to he taken hr the. I raharir' m reasonably protest ant rulucd cultural. historical or nattval resources including tan' existing nvdilional and customary native Ilan alum rights
1- he project site is currently a landscaped park. Aside from the adjacent stream, which is not utilized for the park hut is an amenity, it does not contain nature features that might important in gathering or ritual. such as caves. springs, pu cr. native forest grin es, etc. The vegetation is primarily non- native and does not contain the quality and quantity or resources that would he important for native gathering. like project site dues not currently support any traditional resource uses aside from stream fishing and gathering. and shoreline- related uses makui of the park.
I lowcycr. there are deep cultural values associated with Kolekole Gulch Park' s roots in Iiawai' ls sugar plantation history_ The park was one of very few places in this rural South Hilo where individuals, families, and groups came to practice subsistence fishing. to camp. to conduct religious ceremonies, to celebrate important life events. and to simply recreate. Kolekole Gulch Park is a treasured resource for the South I filo communities, as it provided a safe space where they could reconnect to the area' s unique geographical landscape and engage in long- standing cultural traditions. Recreation and the practice of traditions helps nurture healthy individuals and fortify familial and communal bonds.
Page I- Kolekole Gulch Park Accessibility lmprovrnrenls SA LI Uw Permit dpphwation I he Imposed Action w ill not hat can adv erse effect on valued cultural. historical or natural resources al the project site. including Natit e I lawaiian rights. and in hid will enhance the value of the park for continuation of cultural practices, because it w ill he more accessible. safer and useful. No action arc necessary to be taken by the Planting Commission to reasonably protect any tnlued cultural. historical or natural resources.
Me Office of ll: nvaiian Affairs. Stare Ilistoric Preservation I) iciaon. and parties tt ho shared information about cultural practices AI ere supplied a copy of the Draft EA. which was also offered kit review by agencies and the general public. in order to help finalize the mitigation measures No party reviewing the Draft FA supplied any new and relevant cultural informal ion.
G Surrounding Zoning and Land Uses The park property extends to the center of Kolekole Stream and is bordered on the north by the north half of Kolekole Stream and a property with a house in the Conservation District for which the center of the strear is its southem Murder: on the east by State Highway 19 bridge, beyond which is the ocean: on the south and west. by the Old Mamalahoa Ilighway, south and west of which arc three prix ate properties, all zoned and partially utilized for agriculture. although the portions neatest the park are a steep slope that is the south side of Kolekole Gulch.
H Flood Insurance Rate Map Designation Floodplain status for most coastal areas of the island of Hawaii has been determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency ( FEMA). which produces the National Flood Insurance Program' s Rood Insurance Rate Maps ( FIRM). No flood hazard has been mapped in the Kolekole Park urea http gis. hawaiinfip org' El IATI). Despite this, County staff have noted occasional flooding episodes from high flows in Kolekolc Stream and ponding from heavy rains. iligh waves also may affect the area rmtkui of and under the bridge, hut all this area is oueka, of and not part of Kolekole Gulch Park, where flooding From storm waves is not generally an issue. Sc' era historic tsunami h' ne caused do astation in low- lying coastal arras of the Big Island. and park planning must adapt to this highly damaging. if occasional, hazard. On April I, 1946. a tsunami triggered by an earthquake in the Aleutian Islands slammed into the north- facing shores of Hawaii Island The railroad bridge at the mouth of Kolekole Stream lost its center span from the massive inundation of water that reached heights of 37 feet in Kolekole and neighboring I lakalau Gulch. Most of the nuke; portion of what is now the park was leveled and die ball field and rest house disappeared. The park lost its infrastructure and most vegetation except for two coconut trees and did not reopen until over two mars later. In 1959, a tree planting ceremony and concert by the Hawaii County Band were held in honor of two new pavilions at Kolekole Park. On May 23. 1960. another des astat ing tsunami originating from a massive earthquake in Chile swept Ilawai' i Island. The most set ere impacts were experienced at the Waiakca peninsula and [ lilt, Bay. Wave heights between I lonomu and I lakalau were on the order of only 5 to 9 feet causing less damage than in 1946. Based on the history of tsunami here. the Pacific Tsunami Warmng Center and the I lawai' i County Civil Defense Agency locate the project site within an area that should he evacuated during a tsunami warning https:: tsunami. coast. noaa.gov' N.). The Proposed Action has been conceived and designed to avoid construction in areas at risk of tsunami extent consistent with accomplishing key recreational goals.
Page 18 , Kolekole Gulch /' arkAccessibility Improvement% S t1,1 lite Permit Application Archaeological Resources
An archaeological assessment sun cy of the project site and Proposed Action was conducted by ASM Affiliates. Inc the report is attached as Appendix 3 of Exhibit 2 and summarized in some detail in Exhibit 2. I ieldwork was conducted on December 4, 2018 by four archaeologists who had pros iousiy studied the hismry ofthe park and surrounding areas and s' ho walked densely spaced transects. No archaeological resources were identified within Kolekole Cult: t Park, Field observutinns of past ground disturhunce, combined with the results of prior studies conducted in the area. indicate that subsurface archaeological resources are unlikely to be encountered in the areas proposed fin park rehabilitation. I listorical research indicates that the five existing park pavilions, and some of the associated ancillary structures within the park, were built shortly after the 1960 tsunami and may he slightly more than 5( I years old. These structures, consisting of the cinder block Epy Yadao Pavilion and four pole structure pavilions, which will be repaired ( with one to be demolished and replaced elsewhere) as part of the planned improvements to Kolekole Park, are not considered significant historic properties. Although the pavilions and associated park structures post- date the 1960 tsunami, their presence or construction is in no way directly associated with That event. Furthermore, they arc not directly associated with important persons of Iiawai' i' s past. Architecturally, all of these structures arc nondescript and none embody distinctive characteristics that would make them significant. Moreover. the information gathered from the archaeological survey indicates that these structures did not play a significant role in I-lawai' i' s prehistory or history. As a public County of I lawafi park facility, Kolekolc Park has been important to locals and tourists alike since its establishment in 193%: however. the existing structures hear no known direct association to ongoing cultural practices, traditional beliefs, events. or oral history of native I lawa iians or other ethnic groups. As such, the existing pa%ilions are not considered sienilicant under any of the I lawai' i Register of I listoric Places I1IRIIP) significance criteria, and therefore no SIIIP Site numbers were assigned to then,.
Given the negalise findings of the pedestrian survey, combined with the review of historical documentary resources. the archaeologists concluded that the proposed accessibility improvements and rehabilitation sell not affect any historic properties. The proposed determination of effect for the County of tlawaiti' s Kolekole Gulch Park project is " no historic properties affected'' No further historic preser anon work is recommended for the park facility. ' rhe archaeological assessment surge' was pros ided to SI IPD for their review and comment on August 6, 2019, By letter of December 27. 20191see Appendix 3). SII PD concurred with the Proposed Action effect determination of' trio historic properties a Olhcted" concluding the historic preservation review process.
3 Floral and Faunal Resources
A biological survey of the park was conducted in 2018 and is discussed extensively in Section 3, 1. 4 of Exhibit 2; this section provides a brief summary. The ' alley bottom at Kolekole was long cultivated in sugar cane before it hecame a park. No remnant of flat Li ra I vegetation is present. and the vegetation is a lawn surrounded by a mixture of ornamental and weedy trees. Only a few common nazis es are present, and no plant species classified as threatened or endangered ( LI SEWS 2020) was present or would he expected at the park.
The park is dominated by non- native terrestrial fauna, although there is some habitat for certain native fauna as well. The only native birds identified during site visits were one waterhird. the indigenous black- crowned night heron, or ' auku' u ( S:refirnrax m'rl/ tn/ as hoeuvli), and a common migratory shorebird typical of rocky shorelines, the Pacific golden- plover or kolea( Pluriulie Mira). It is likely
Page 19 Kolekole Gulch Pork.- Icce, cvbifi( r bnprorenawls S,1L1 ( ce Ferrari : I/ rplication that there are occasional sightings of the wide- ranging hut endangered I lawaiian goose or none I Brenta sonde icen. is). Other shorebirds and waterbirds might he seen at the park during extended ohscnat ions. hut the endangered I lawaiian duck or koloa tnauli Titan trrvdliami) and the I lawaiian coot or ' alai: ke' nkc' o( Fu/ fro alai) are unlikely to he present. Few native Iurest birds would he expected to use the project site due to its lows elevation, urban context, alien vegetation and lack of adequate forest resources. The one exception is the ' io or I lawaiian hawk ( Brava .'nitro ius. recently removed from the endangered species list). which soars all over the east side of the island foraging fur prey. I hawks require large trees for nesting and are vulnerable during their nesting season from March through September. The biological survey for the park was undertaken outside this period. and although the park does not offer an ideal site for hawk nests because of its setting and vegetation, there are tall trees that conceivably could offer nesting habitat. Sexeral threatened or endangered seabirds may fly over the park. as is possible in all areas of the Big Island. the Ilawuiian petrel or ' ua' u( I'lertulromu. cmrdnicherrsis). the Hawaiian sub- species of Newell' s shearwater or ' a' o 1Pu$ imes petrel/ i), and the hand- romped storm- petrel or ' ake' ake hranadroum casu» I. There is no habitat for these seabirds at the park. Although the primary cause of mortality in these species in Hawaii is thought to be predation by alien mammalian species at the nesting colonies high in the mountains. collision with man- made structures is another significant cause. Nocturnally flying seabirds. especially fledglings on their way to sea in the summer and fall, can become disoriented by exterior lighting. Disoriented seabirds may collide with manmade structures and. if not killed outright, become easy targets of predatory mammals. The endange' ed I lawaiian hoary hat ( Lovinrur tinerrus, vernolus) is often Mond in alien as well as native v egetatron in a variety of locations throughout the island of I await. This is the only native hind mammal in Ilawai' i. These solitary hats are widely scattered and roost almost undetected in tall shrubs and trees. and they are often seen on the Ilan-151( 0a Coast and are certainly occasionally present in the park. They are vulnerable to disturbance during the summer pupping season, when mothers with pups may he unable to flee if the trees they are roosting in are cut or trimmed.
Aquatic biology sun eys of varying intensities and goals were conducted at several locations on Kolekole Slre: un at various dates between 1967 and 2001. Hie native ' o-npu ( golly) fishes Artium 0011101Ni' I, kilcnbi- s si s. vandieicen. Roble,- vemn' n. Lens tone i/ or, and S'icmprerrr srirnpsnni have all been recorded. meaning it is highly diverse for goby fauna. Native shrimp or opackala' o lc ( Art nidi hiou/ cam) and the native prawn .lhum/true/Rum grouch-manta have also been present. along with native insects, including the damselflies Alggaligr/ aa hiickhurni, l legs/ ogress halt aiiemr. and unspecified . Ilegalagriin, as well as Te/ m liogclan sp. Various introduced species including Louisiana crayfish, guppies, amphipods, a worrn4 and a number of insects were also among native fauna observed in the stream. No threatened or endangered species were recorded, although it is possible that endangered A lc.ci/igrimr could he present. Based upon existing knowledge of the stream biota, the area was rated as haying biotic importance according to the DLNR Division of Aquatic Resources Decision Rule for native macrofauna diversity and native species abundance, but not for oat ive insect diversity, presence of candidate endangered species. Newcomb' s snail habitat, or absence of Priority I introduced. spec ies.
Mitigation measures to reduce impacts to flora and fauna arc listed in Section 4F, below.
age 20 A' alekile Gulch Pork{ t revsihililr Drrprii' emenls SAIA L' a- leans AppGnaimt K valued Cultural Resources
A cultural impact assessment of the proposed action was conducted by ASM Affiliates. Inc. The repos is attached as Appendix 3 of Exhibit 2 and summarized in some detail in Exhibit 2. In the interest of Inct ity. only a concise summary is provided here.
Kolckole Gulch Park has its roots in I lawai' i' s sugar plantation history. From the know ledge collected through the consultation efforts, it is evident that this park was one of Yen fell places in this part of South LIilo w here individuals, families, and groups came to practice subsistence fishing. to camp. to conduct religious ceremonies to celebrate important life events, and to simply recreate. Kolekole Gulch Park is a treasured resource for the South Hilo communities. asit provided a safe space where they could reconnect to the area' s unique geographical landscape and engage in long- standing cultural traditions. Recreation and the practice of traditions helps nurture healthy individuals and fortify familial and communal bonds. The lasting- impacts of the identi tied cultural traditions and practices remain vibrant in the minds and spirits of the inter'iewecs. As discussed below, the Proposed Action will not have an adverse effect on the cultural historical resources of the project site.
L Public Access
The park is public property currently under the control of the State of I lawai' i that is usually fully open to the public. but it is not presently because of concerns over lead contamination of the soil. Shoreline access for fishing and surfing is present by walking through the park. The proposed improvements do not affect public access in any way.
M Description of Roadway Access
Kolckole Gulch Park is accessed by a driveway from the Old Mamalahoa I lighway (( Mil - a County road). which to turn is accessed by a signed tmnoffjust south of the park on State Highway 19. No turn lanes are present The OMII is often closed because of landslides and fallen trees, and storms in 2018 damaged the bridge and caused landslides. As of May 2020, Kolckole Bridge on the OMI I and the section oldie mad between the park and Kaiwiki Homestead Road remain closed.
N Frafftc Impacts
Due to the parks location. no more than negligible traffic effects during construction are expected. Operationally, no permanent impacts would occur because the Proposed Action would simply provide accessible facilities and not lead to any substantial increase in use. In a letter in response to early consultation of December I I, 2018 ( see Appendix la of Exhibit 2 for letter), the Ilawai' i County Police Department stated that it did not anticipate any significant impacts to traffic or public safety concerns. The Department of Puhlic Works is currently working on obtaining funding and permits to repair Kolckole Stream Bridge and to address the landslide problems on Old Mamalahoa highway. When this sect un of the road is reopened. Kolckole Gulch Park will once again have an alternate access.
O Availability of Utilities
Utilities at the property are very limited. Electrical power to the site is supplied by Hawaiian Electric via its island- wide distribution network. No landline telephone service is present, and the park' s siting
Page 21 kaleknle Gulch Park, Icee, esibililr Improvements SA/ A (; x Perini! A/ grlicariun in a deep gulch results in no cell phone ser'ice at present. No municipal water or tvaste water' Cr' ice Is available. although a stream fed water line is present. Water and electrical lines to the restroom and pas ilions will he upgraded. The Proposed Action includes developing a new scaler system utilizing trucked- in wale' with a 12. 1110- gallon fire- protection tank and a 5, 000- gallon potable w melt storage tank. ! low': er, no water fountains will he provided, and park users w ill he expected to brine their own drinking watcr. I nevi wastewater passive treatment ssstrnu that conform fully " ith the requirements of the State Department of I icalth at Chapter I l- 62." Wastewater Systems." In summary. the Proposed Action ofdeaeloping accessible park facilities would not have any substantial impact on existing utilities
Item 4: Anticipated impacts of the proposed development on the Special Management Area
A Environmental Setting
The environmental setting of Kolekole Gulch Park is extensively discussed in Section 3 above In the interest of avoiding excessive redundancy, the information is not repeated here.
B Relationship to Land Use Plans, Policies and Controls
An extensive discussion of the consistency of the Proposed Action with various plans is contained in Section 3E above. In the interest of avoiding excessive redundancy, the information is not repealed here. To summarize. however, the State land Use District is Conservation, the County zoning is Open. and the I lawai' i County General Plan I. UPAG designates the area as Causeraat Under the assumption that a Conservation District Use Permit for other permit. as determined necessary by the Board of Land and Natural Resources) is obtained. the proposed improvements are consistent with all land use designations as well as the General Plan.
C Probable Impact on Environment
urn. Veinier
Grading. pay ing and construction activities would occur in an area greater than one acre, and thus will require a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System ( NPDES) permit to ensure that erosion and sedimentation impacts to adjacent waters will be minimized. Plans submitted as part of the application for this permit and a County grading permit will specify practices to minimize the potential for sedimentation. erosion and pollution of coastal waters. Mitigation measures are presented in Section F.
I IOOdpluins
The Proposed Action has been conceived and designed to minimize construction in the flood lone to the extent consistent with accomplishing key recreational goals. I lowever, the park' s location has inherent flood risk from storms and tsunami. The design keeps the footprint of structures above 10 feet in elevation in order to maintain a wide setback from the shoreline and avoid potential flooding. Although the park stretches from 125 to 1, 300 feet inland from the shoreline, terrain flat enough for park use is restricted to within 700 feet of shoreline. The closest structure to the shoreline is currently a pavilion that is about 400 feet inland. This will he demolished and a new pavilion and comfort station built slightly morrku of this. The design includes shallow drywells and has located structures outside of
Page Gulch 22 Kolekole Park Arce. ssihilit Improvements BALI Use 1' crnrii. ippGcmiun the lowest cies atoms of the site to reduce the effects of stream flooding and ponding during extreme weather events_ No diversion of water onto other properties will occur.
missal Proems
As the park properiv does not extend under the I lighwal' I9 Bridge or hevond towards the ocean, it is not adjacent to the shoreline per se and there will be no effect on coastal erosion.
Sea Level Rim
No one can predict with certainty how high sea levels will risc within 10 years. 20 years or 50 years. An overall global rise in sea level of3 3 feet by the end of the 21st century was proposed by Fletcher 2010) and others. Relative sea- level rise. of course, is a result of the combined water rise and land subsidence. The Island of I lawai' i is sinking into the Earth' s mantle because of the gravitational. isostatic load of its growing volcanoes. with a subsidence rate 0. 08- 0. 12 inches/ year) related to isostatic sinking( Moore and Fomari 1984). Not only the magnitude of sea level rise but also the timing is the subject of debate. According to the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission ( IR-GMAT- 1( 2017: v):
While the IPCC' s business as usual' scenario_ where 6IIG emissions continue at the current rate of increase, predicts up to 3. 2 feet of global sea level rise by year 2100 ( IPC(' 20141. recent observations and projections suggest that this magnitude of sea level rise could occur as early as year 2060 under more recently published highest- end scenarios...
The I ICCMAt report goes on to stale that based on shoreline type, the Island of I lascai' i is in many senses the least culnerablc of the main I lawaiian Islands to the impacts of sea level rise. but that certain areas particularly Kona. Puako. Kapoho and Hilo Bay .... face serious threats. It is estimated that at least 130 existing structures would experience chronic flooding if there were 3. 2 feet of sea level rise."
A sea Icvel rise viewer from the Pacific Island Ocean Observing System haps/. www. pacioos. hawaii. edu' shoreline' slr- hawaii.) provides graphic representation of how regions will be affected by sea level rise. In the Kolekole Gulch Park area. a sea level rise of 3. 2 feet will create a larger estuary as water rises up the riverbanks. as shown in Figure 6 of Exhibit 2. Because of elevations generally higher than 10 feet, most of the land within the park would not be affected by this magnitude of" still water' rise. or even a rise of double that amount ( this is unlike Waikiki, e. g.. where a 6- foot rise in sea level would inundate hundreds of acres). however. aside frotn inundation, a rise in sea level also raises the level of attack for coastal erosion, high waves and tsunami. As reported in the online s'cienc' e /) 0ilr based on an article in . Scientific Reports https: Hrww. seiencedailv. comlreleases20 18/ 098 80927l 64230. htm), a multi- agency group including UII Manoa and DENR determined that much sea level rise effects will he much more wide reaching. By including models of dynamical physical processes such as erosion and wave run- up, a team of researchers has determined that land area in Hawaii vulnerable to future sea level rise may be double previous estimates.- All the facilities in the park arc hundreds of feet back from the shoreline and at sufficient elevation to escape damage from high wave inundation. Damage from tsunami and coastal erosion is much more difficult to predict.
Page 23 Aolekole Gulch Park Acee, vvihilin' lmprorenwnly Permit Application The Department of Parks and Recreation his considered the risk of sea level rise and determined that the uncertain degree and timing of this risk and the Ione time scenario indicates that it still prudent to construct the Proposed Action as planned. This would allow the County to ealize its benefits for a period of up to many decades, rather than fail to implement it and lose critical functionality at an important recreational site. The location of 11w structures several hundred feet inland from the shoreline at eley alions of Ill to 14 feet above sea level provides sufficient resiliency in case of sea Ica el rise. It is recognized that planning Ibr recreational facilities will require continual " check- ins- on the advance of sea level. A scenario of modest sea level rise aright not markedly affect the integrity of the park or its structures. More rapid or extreme rises could place these facilities within a zone where the frequency and severity of flooding led to repeated damage that hindered their utility. Some facilities might someday require relocation to a retreated site, while others may need to be abandoned altogether.
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The National Weather Service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration operates the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center and Alaska Tsunami Warning Center, which monitors sudden earth movements throughout the Pacific Basin. Tsunamis generated from earth movements on the Pacifk Rim, including South America. Japan, California and Alaska. would allow for warning times between 4 and 15 hours. sufficient time for evacuation of Kolekole Gulch Park. Sudden movement along faults close to I lawal' t are unpredictable. allowing only minutes or perhaps an hour of warning time. and ev acuation would be more problematic. Coastal recreational areas in Ilawai' i cannot avoid the tsunami hazard because the entire coast is vulnerable to tsunami. Warning sirens are present at the project site and arc easily audible in all locations.
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Rare. threatened or endangered terrestrial plant species and valuable native vegetation is not present in the project site. Development and recreational activities do not pose risks to any aquatic species or ecosystems. with specified mitigation. In order to minimize impact to several wide- ranging species that may make occasional use of the area. Section F presents mitigation measures. ( liven these standard measures. no valuable or protected native species or ecosystems would be adversely affected.
TM Crudity and Noise
Due to the isolated location of the park and the plan for dust mitigation, no impacts to air quality arc expected as a result of the Proposed Action. For air quality impacts related to the separate project to mitigate lead contamination in the soil. sec below. Noise impacts would occur during construction, which could generate noise exceeding 95 decibels at times. impacting nearby areas. See Section F, below, for mitigation.
Seenc' rr
Although construction inevitably invokes changes to the visual environment. no noticeable impacts to views or viewplunes will occur. These minor and temporary scenic impacts would not require mitigation. On a permanent basis. the Proposed Action simply replaces existing structures. some of which arc dilapidated. with new and attractive facilities. The open space and viewplanes of the site will
Page 24 Kdeka/ a Gulch Park Accessibility lmprovementy- Sita (: ac Permit Application not he affected. there will he no permanent adverse civual impacts. such as interference with seenic views or insertion of incongruous or clashing visual elements. Only minor exterior security lighting is planned_ and it will he shielded to protect dark skies and transiting seabirds The important v icwplanes or scenic sites recognized in the I lawai' r County General Plan would be not he affected in an advcrsc
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With most parks that were developed in the 2011' century- various legacy building materials used in the structures arc expected to contain hazardous building materials that are no longer utilized in current construction methods. Kolekole Gulch Parks pavilions and restroom structures are no exception. and hazardous building materials, including lead paint and asbestos, are present. The risk of exposure to all of these materials tends to increase as buildings deteriorate and undergo normal wear and tear due to weather and other conditions. Some types of contaminants in the materials can accumulate over time as a result of maintenance activities( e. g.. lead based paints being scraped off the exterior of buildings can accumulate and persist in soil adjacent to the buildings). These contaminants are recalcitrant and great handling care is required during building maintenance and demolition activities. Because of the likelihood that historical contamination may be present in soil near the footprint of a structure, hazardous building material surveys frequently include soil sampling around the subject buildings. I lazardous building material surveys performed in 2019 have identified lead paint in the multiple structures at Kolekole Gulch Park and in the subsurface soil around the large pavilion at the park. Section F discusses mitigation measures for these project- related impacts.
Initial soil investigations performed by the State of Ilawai' i Department of Health ( I IDOsry in early 2016 indicated I hat lead was present in at least sonic areas in surface soil under the bridge at concentrations in excess of the II DOB Tier I Environmental Action Levels for unrestricted land use. Similar findings. all attributable to lead- based pant used on the bridges. were also associated with other bridges of the same period of construction along the I lamakua coastline Kolekole Stream Bridge, originally constructed as pan of the lido Railroad Company and rebuilt in 1950 for the iIawal' i Belt Road. has undergone reoccurring maintenance repainting over the decades. It was not until in 2001 that lead paint was fully removed from the bridge. thereby eliminating future new sources of lead- paint flakes. Growing concern led to the closure of Kolekole Gulch Park in 2016 Subsequent testing found Icad conta ii laI on in surface soil over broader areas of the park.
A separate protett led hr the Hawaii Department of Transportation ( HDOT), with cooperation by P& R and under the supervision of HDOH. is underway to mitigate the lead. Exhibit 2 discusses the project in detail. For the purposes of) B/ s SMA, it is sufficient to note that the two projects have been coordinated to ensure no conflicts. Section F, below, outlines remediation planned relative to park soil contaminated by lead from the bridge.
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The Proposed . Action would benefit recreational users, whether residents or visitors. by providing ADA- accessible facilities. including restroom, parking. showers and walkways. Aside from the benefits offered by parks, they may also generate minor amounts noise and traffic, attract unwanted activities, and pose a nuisance for very close neighbors. I lowever, in this case, the nearest residents in Ilakalau' \ ailea v. ould not be adversely affected in any substantial way. The park already exists, and no increase in nuisances would occur as a result of improv ing ADA accessibility.
S Rage _' kolekole Gulch /' ark Aacear, hitlit hnprorentetus SAI4 i' re permit Application Historic. Sites
No historic sites are present and no impacts to historic sites. including archaeological sites. vv add occur.
utast Xesnnrct' the proposed improvements to Kolekole Gulch Park will not result in any direct adverse impacts to any traditionally valued cultural or historical resources, nor will they impact any traditional cultural practices or beliefs. The closure of the park, especially coupled with the simultaneous closure of I lakalau Beach Park, has vastly reduced access to an important community resource used for cultural gatherings. Conducting the accessibility and facility improvements that are the scope of the Proposed Action mitigates this gap and would be a beneficial cultural impact relative to the status quo.
I) Adverse Environmental Effects Which Cannot be Avoided
As discussed in the previous section, nearly all impacts can be completely prevented through the mitigation discussed in Section F, below. and will thus he avoided.
Alternatives to the Proposed Action
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Under the No Action Alternative. the County of Ilaw ai' i would not make accessibility improvements for the comfort station, pavilions, showers, parking and accessways- and would not improve drainage. Mass wasting protection, nuisance vegetation removal, parking pavement or water supply. The park would not he fully accessible according to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. leading to inconvenience for disabled patrons and even the possibility that they would not he able to access many of the park' s facilities at all. Based on the current state of the park, without significant improvements. It would not in reality be functional tin any users. Furthermore. failure on the County' s pan to render this park fully ADA- compliant may obligate the County to renovate another. as yet unidentified nearby park for ADA compliance as a condition of its .ADA Transition Plan requirements_ Although the benefits and social equity provided by accessible facilities would not occur, there would he no disturbance of the existing ground surface or vegetation. As part of the lead- contamination remediation process, P& R considered abandonment of the park, which would enable less costly remediation. but determined that the recreational resource was too valuable and important for the citizens of the County of Hawaii to forego re-use. In addition, this would not accomplish compliance with the ADA Transition Plan requirements.
Iher' totirc Locwrons lin' Accessible Facilities
The project design and env ironmental team examined the project site and determined that although there many possible configurations of facilities on this 5. 5- acre site, no other layout would be as efficient in terms of three factors'. cost and ease of construction, parkgoer convenience, and environmental impacts, particularly stream flooding and ponding from heavy rainfall.
Page 26 Ao/ ekole ( lulch Park' trevsihililrImprovements A',1 ( da' Permit rlpplic wimr F \ litigating Measures Proposed to Minimize Impact
As discussed autres nearly all impacts can be completely prevented through mitigation. which is summarized helots:
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The County ov ill ensure that its contractor shall perform all earthwork and grading in conformance with:
a) " Storm Drainage Standards:' County of Hawaii, October, 1970, and as revised. b) Applicable standards and regulations of Chapter 27." Flood Control.- and Chapter 10. Erosion and Sedimentation Control." of the Hawai' i County Code.
e) Conditions of an NPDES permit.
Best Management Practices have been included in the design of the Proposed Action:
The total extent of land disturbance will be minimized. The construction contractor will he limited to the delineated construction work areas within the lot. Construction BMPs will be installed to prevent sediment from leaving site. Construction activities with the potential to produce polluted runoff will not he allowed during unusually heavy rains or stone conditions that might generate storm water runoff. Cleared areas will be replanted or otherwise stabilized as soon as possible. Structures for sediment control will include grated inlets in the parking area, silt fences. hiosock waddles and a stabilized construction entrance.
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The State of I Iaeai' i Air Pollution Control Regulations( Chapter 11- 60. 1IAR) prohibit visible emissions of fugitive dust from construction activities beyond the property line. The grading notes on the construction plans will direct the contractor to keep the area free of dust nuisances with standard practices such as watering and covering. and generally to conduct all work in conformance with Chapter IIAR 11- 60. 1. " Fugitive Dust.'
If it is determined by the contractor that construction noise is expected to exceed the Department of Ilcahh' s( D( OI I) " maximum permissible" property- line noise levels. the contractor will consult with DOI I to obtain a permit per Title IT Chapter 46, HAR ( Community Noise Control) prior to construction. IX HI will review the proposed aetiviLy, location. equipment. project purpose, and timetable in order to decide upon conditions and mitigation measures, such as restriction of equipment type. maintenance requirements, restricted hours, and portable noise barriers. Such measures, when needed, are effective in reducing noise to minimal levels. Due to the lack of sensitive nearby noise receptors, it is unlikely that any such measures would he warranted. No permanent noise impacts would occur.
Page 27 Aoleknle Gtdchlark.' IcressibiGn hnprorernentc. S%19 Lint Permit Application Buslo,,' ical Recom' ce
Measures will he instituted to avoid impacts to I lawaiian hoary hats. I lawaiian hattk+ ,md listed seabirds:
There a ill he no clearing of w Dodo vegetation taller than ISfeet during the hat pupping season. which runs from lune through September 15 each year. If lanticlearing or tree trimming. removal occurs between the months of March and September. inclusivc, a pre- construction hawk nest search by a qualified ornithologist using standard methods will be conducted. If I lawaiian hawk nests arc present on or directly adjacent to the park, no land clearing or large tree removal will he allowed until October, when hawk nestlings will have fledged. All lighting will he required to be shielded in conformance with the Hawaii ( aunty Outdoor Lighting Ordinance to reduce the risk that seabirds may be attracted to and then disoriented by the lighting. No nighttime construction work is expected. but if any is necessary. it will not be allowed during the seabird- fledging season. which runs from September 15 through December 15 each year.
In addition to the 135.4Ps listed above for water quality, the following construction BMPs that prevent runoff or pollution into the stream or ocean and thus avoid impacts to Kolekole Stream. the shoreline. the marine environment and the organisms these contain, will he undertaken:
All construction material and debris will in general be kept 50 feet or more from the edge of Kolekole Stream to avoid entanglement haz rds to listed species. Any material closer than 50 feet will be removed from the construction site unless it is being actively used. All construction debris will be fully removed at the conclusion of work. Turbidity and siltation from project- related work will he minimized and contained w whin the vicinity of the site through the appropriate use of effective silt containment devices and the curtailment of work during adv crse weather conditions. No project- related materials ( fill. rm. emnent rock, pipe, etc.) will be stockpiled in the ater intertidal zones, reef flats, stream channels, wetlands, etc.) or on beach habitats NO contamination ( trash or debris disposal. non- natkc species introduction, attraction of non- native pests, etc.) of stream batik or channel habitats will he allowed to result from project- related activities Fueling of project- related ' chic les and equipment will take place away from the water and a contingency plan to control petroleum products accidentally spilled during construction will he developed. Absorbent pads and containment booms will he stored onsite. if appropriate. to facilitate the clean- up of accidental petroleum releases. Any under- layer tills used in construction will be protected from erosion with stones ( or core-loc units) as soon after placement is practicable. Any soil exposed near water as part of construction will be protected from erosion ( with plastic sheeting, filler fabric. etc.) after exposure and stabilized as soon as practicable( with native or non- invasive vegetation matting. hydrosecding, etc.).
Page 28 ko/ c kale ( inch Park Acresnihility Improvements. 5, 1U Gse Permit Applicationth at/ on Irchueulu,. rad 11111/( ) thorn! Revrnaces
Although no arc haeoingical sites or other historic properties appear to present. In order to avoid impacts to significant historic sites. in the unlikely event that any unanticipated archaeological resources fur unearthed within the project site during the proposed rehabilitation activities. work in the immediate s wants of those resources will he halted and SI IPD will he contacted in compliance w ith lawai' i Adntinistralne Rules 13513- 23( 1.
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To deal with the hazardous materials associated with the park structures, as part of the proposed action. the following actions will be implemented:
Manage and: or remove and dispose of hazardous and regulated materials in accordance with applicable local. state, and federal regulations, prior to renovation and/or demolition activities that may disturb these materials. Remove and dispose of all loose and flaking( poor condition) lead- containing paint and lead- based paint that may he disturbed during renovation and/ or demolition activities in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Spot remove and dispose of lead- containing paint and lead- based paint in areas that have the potential to become airborne or otherwise create dust ( ie. from sanding. drilling, friction. etc.) during rcoos anion and/ or demolition activities. Any non friable asbestos- containing material ( ACM. which could be crumbled and pulverized during remit anon andor demolition activities, will he removed and disposed of by a qualified asbestos abatement contractor. In addition, the services of a qualified consultant will be obtained to monitor and inspect the removal act is ales to ensure coinpliancc with applicable Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA). Occupational Safety and I lealth Administration OSIIAL and Hawaii Occupational Safety and health ( HIOSII) regulations pertaining to the handling of ACM. Any abatement. renovation and demolition contractoris) will take appropriate measures to comply with applicable EPA. OSI IA and IIIOSH regulations pertaining to the handling of asbestos- containing materials, lead paint and lead contaminated soils/dusts and worker protection_ Air monitoring For airborne lead, asbestos and arsenic dusts will he conducted by qualified personnel during any lead and asbestos abatement, lead- contaminated soil disturbance and general renovationdemolition activities of areas that were determined to contain these
contaminants. Dust control practices during,soil disturbance aetiv i ties. containment of temporary soil stockpiles, and monitoring by a designated competent person: Use of good general hygiene practices for employees and workers to avoid contaminated soil
exposure.
Separately, as part of a project to mitigate lead- contaminated. soil led hr the Hawaii Department of Trmcspariatirnr (/ 1D0Tl, there will he a combination oftwo distinct actions:
I. Removal of lead- contaminated soil in excess of 200 mg/ kg. packing with appropriate containment materials for transport. and transporting the soil to an approved landfill for non- hazardous material lead contaminated soil, in accordance with Federal and State rules and
Page 29 h'nlekule Gulch Purk dccessihilin' Iminnremenls S, M1LI ( se Permit. application regulations This would likely he West I lawai' i Sanitary Landfill. %%hich is approved to accept waste a I0 concentrations similar to those identified at Kolekole Gulch Park. 2 N' here Iead- cont am inured soil in excess of 200 mgkg cannot he completely' remit%ed. soil weer%%ill he utilized. In this method. areas are first covered with orange mirafi ( gcotextile) or black eeotestile wilt caution tape laid at inter%als to produce a yisihle harrier between the clean and impacted soils. Clean fill is then overlaid across the impacted areas at the sue to tine a layer beta ecn 12 inches and 36 inches thick( thicker being more protective of accidental breaching coker). Additionally, a grass turf cover would he maintained to prevent erosion of the clean lay er. This method has been approved for use in open spaces by the I luaai' i Department of Education and 111) 011 at I R schools in East I lawai' i.
At this point. it appears that most of the site will undergo complete removal of contaminated soil, with limited areas fir any) where contaminated soil will be marked and encapsulated. In the end, this will help remediate environmental contamination from the past, result in a park that can safely he utilized by the public and avoid or minimize perpetual soil management obligations on the part of the County and' or State. Extensive en' ronmental. public and worker safety mitigation measures will be developed and implemented throughout this project, under the oversight of 11D011.
G Irreversible and Irretrievable Commitment of Resources
The Proposed Action requires irretrievable and irreversible commitment of approximately 52. 500, 000 of funding for resources and labor Electrical and fossil fuel energy will be required to conduct construction and to manufacture and transport the material. supplies, and equipment associated with the Proposed .Action. No other natural resources, such as water quality. biota. geological features, or cultural resources. would he irretrievably and irreversibly committed.
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FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Kolekole Gulch Park Accessibility Improvements dated April 2020
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USE PERMIT APPLICATION
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DATE: November 27, 2020 iltemeuutotam DEC 0 2 2020
TO: Michael Yee, Planning Director cEryEIVEDwen
OFp FROM: • Department of Public Works, Engineering Division
SUBJECT: SMA USE PERMIT ASSESSMENT APPLICATION ( SMA 20- 000077) Applicant: County of Hawaii, Department of Parks and Recreation Request: To Allow Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park TMK: 3) 2- 8- 015: 015
We have reviewed the subject request forwarded by your memo dated November 9, 2020 and provide the following comments for your consideration:
1. All earthwork activity, including grading, grubbing, and stockpiling, shall conform to Chapter 10— Erosion and Sedimentation Control, of the Hawaii County Code.
1. All driveway connections and construction within the Old Mamalahoa Highway Right-of-Way shall conform to Chapter 22, County Streets, of the Hawaii County Code. Access to Old Mamalahoa Highway, including the provision of adequate sight distances, shall meet with the approval of the Department of Public Works, Engineering Division.
2. The subject parcel is in an area designated as Zone X on the Flood Insurance Rate Map ( FIRM) by the Federal Emergency Management Agency ( FEMA). Zone X is an area determined to be outside the 500- year floodplain.
2. All development generated runoff shall be disposed of on- site and shall not be directed toward adjacent properties. A drainage study shall be prepared by a licensed civil engineer and the recommended drainage system shall be constructed meeting the approval of the Department of Public Works.
Questions may be referred to Bryce Harada at 961- 8042. Planning Dept. SCANNED Exhibit 2- we 03 2020 b • R._...., County of Hawaii is an Equal Opponunity Provider and Employer PLANNINGGE Mitchell D. Roth Mayor Robert R. K. Perreira Acting Fire Chief Lee E. Lord Managing Director 6q.,,.
QCountp of 3atuai' i HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT 25 Aupanl street• suae 2501• Hilo, HawnPi 96720 8093 932- 2900• Fax( 809) 932- 2928
December 14. 2020
TO: ZENDO KERN, PLANNING DIRECTOR
FROM: ROBERT It K. PERREIRA, ACTING FIRE CHIEF
SUBJECT: Special Management Area Major Use Permit( SMA 20- 000077) Applicant: County of Hawai` i, Department of Parks& Recreation Request: To Allow Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park Tax Map Key: ( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015
In regards to the above- mentioned request, the following shall be in accordance:
NFPA 1, UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 2006 EDITION Note: Hawaii State Fire Code, National Fire Protection Association 2006 version, with County ofHawaii amendments. County amendments are identified with a preceding " C—" ofthe reference code.
Chapter 18 Fire Department Access and Water Supply
18. 1 General. Fire department access and water supplies shall comply with this chapter.
For occupancies of an especially hazardous nature, or where special hazards exist in addition to the normal hazard of the occupancy, or where access for fire apparatus is unduly difficult, or areas where there is an inadequate fire flow, or inadequate fire hydrant spacing, and the AHJ may require additional safeguards including, but not limited to, additional fire appliance units, more than one type of appliance, or special systems suitable for the protection of the hazard involved.
18. 1. 1 Plans.
18. 1. 1. 1 Fire Apparatus Access. Plans for fire apparatus access roads shall be submitted to the fire department for review and approval prior to construction.
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18. 1. 1. 2 Fire Hydrant Systems. Plans and specifications for fire hydrant systems shall be submitted to the fire department for review and approval prior to construction.
C— 18. 1. 1. 2. 1 Fire Hydrant use and Restrictions. No unauthorized person shall use or operate any Fire hydrant unless such person first secures permission or a permit from the owner or representative of the department, or company that owns or governs that water supply or system. Exception: Fire Department personnel conducting firefighting operations, hydrant testing, and/or maintenance, and the flushing and acceptance of hydrants witnessed by Fire Prevention Bureau personnel.
18. 2 Fire Department Access.
18. 2. 1 Fire department access and fire department access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Section 18. 2.
18.2. 2* Access to Structures or Areas.
18. 2. 2. 1 Access Box( es). The AID shall have the authority to require an access box( es) to be installed in an accessible location where access to or within a structure or area is difficult because of security.
18. 2. 2. 2 Access to Gated Subdivisions or Developments. The AHJ shall have the authority to require fire department access be provided to gated subdivisions or developments through the use of an approved device or system.
18. 2. 2. 3 Access Maintenance. The owner or occupant of a structure or area, with required fire department access as specified in 18. 2. 2. 1 or 18. 2. 2. 2, shall notify the AH1 when the access is modified in a manner that could prevent fire department access.
18. 2. 3 Fire Department Access Roads.(` may be referred as FDAR)
18. 2. 3. 1 Required Access.
18. 2. 3. 1. 1 Approved fire department access roads shall be provided for every facility, building, or portion of a building hereafter constructed or relocated.
18. 2. 3. 1. 2 Fire Department access roads shall consist of roadways, fire lanes, parking lots lanes, or a combination thereof.
18. 2. 3. 1. 3* When not more than two one- and two- family dwellings or private garages, carports, sheds, agricultural buildings, and detached buildings or structures 400f' ( 37 m2) or less are present, the requirements of 18. 2. 3. 1 through 18. 2. 3. 2. 1 shall be permitted to be modified by the AHJ. Zendo Kern, Planning Director December 14, 2020 Page 3 of8
18. 2.3.1. 4 When fire department access roads cannot be installed due to location on property, topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades, or other similar conditions, the AEU shall be authorized to require additional fire protection features.
18.2. 3. 2 Access to Building.
18.2. 3. 2. 1 A fire department access road shall extend to within in 50 ft( 15 m) of at least one exterior door that can be opened from the outside that provides access to the interior of the building. Exception: I and 2 single- family dwellings.
18. 2. 3. 2. 1. 1 When buildings are protected throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system that is installed in accordance with NFPA 13, NFPA I 3D, or NFPA I3R, the distance in 18. 2. 3. 2. 1 shall be permitted to be increased to 300 feet.
18. 2. 3. 2. 2 Fire department access roads shall be provided such that any portion of the facility or any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of the building is located not more than 150 ft 46 m) from fire department access roads as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility.
18. 2. 3. 2. 2. 1 When buildings are protected throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system that is installed in accordance with NFPA 13, NFPA I 3D, or NFPA I3R, the distance in 18. 2. 3. 2. 2 shall be permitted to he increased to 450 ft( 137 m).
18. 2. 3. 3 Multiple Access Roads. More than one fire department access road shall be provided when it is determined by the AHJ that access by a single road could be impaired by vehicle congestion, condition of terrain, climatic conditions, or other factors that could limit access.
18. 2. 3. 4 Specifications.
18. 2. 3. 4. 1 Dimensions.
C— 18. 2. 3. 4. 1. 1 FDAR shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20ft with an approved turn around area if the FDAR exceeds 150 feet. Exception: FDAR for one and two family dwellings shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 15 feet, with an area of not less than 20 feet wide within 150 feet of the structure being protected. An approved turn around area shall be provided if the FDAR exceeds 250 fcct.
C- 18. 2. 3.4. 1. 2 FDAR shall have an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less then 13ft 6 in.
C— 18. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 1 Vertical clearances may be increased or reduced by the AHJ, provided such increase or reduction does not impair access by the fire apparatus, and approved signs are installed and maintained indicating such approved changes.
C- 18.2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 2 Vertical clearances shall be increased when vertical clearances or widths are not adequate to accommodate fire apparatus. Zendo Kern, Planning Director December 14, 2020 Page 4 of 8
C— 18. 2. 3. 4. 2 Surface. Fire department access roads and bridges shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads( 25 Tons) of the fire apparatus. Such FDAR and shall be comprised of an all- weather driving surface.
18. 2. 3. 4. 3 Turning Radius.
C— 18. 2. 3. 4.3. 1 Fire department access roads shall have a minimum inside turning radius of 30 feet, and a minimum outside turning radius of 60 feet.
18. 2. 3. 4. 3. 2 Turns in fire department access road shall maintain the minimum road width.
18. 2. 3. 4.4 Dead Ends. Dead- end fire department access roads in excess of 150 ft( 46 m) in length shall be provided with approved provisions for the fire apparatus to turn around.
18. 2. 3. 4. 5 Bridges.
18. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1 When a bridge is required to be used as part of a fire department access road, it shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with county requirements.
18. 2. 3. 4.5. 2 The bridge shall be designed for a live load sufficient to carry the imposed loads of fire apparatus.
18. 2. 3. 4. 5. 3 Vehicle load limits shall be posted at both entrances to bridges where required by the AHJ.
18. 2. 3. 4. 6 Grade.
C— 18. 2. 3. 4. 6. lThe maximum gradient of a Fire department access road shall not exceed 12 percent for unpaved surfaces and 15 percent for paved surfaces. In areas of the FDAR where a Fire apparatus would connect to a Fire hydrant or Fire Department Connection, the maximum gradient of such area( s) shall not exceed 10 percent.
18. 2.3. 4. 6. 2* The angle of approach and departure for any means of fire department access road shall not exceed I ft drop in 20 ft( 0. 3 m drop in 6 m) or the design limitations of the fire apparatus of the fire department, and shall be subject to approval by the AHJ.
18. 23.4.6.3 Fire department access roads connecting to roadways shall be provided with curb cuts extending at least 2 ft( 0. 61 m) beyond each edge of the fire lane.
18. 2. 3.4. 7 Traffic Calming Devices. The design and use of traffic calming devices shall be approved the AHJ.
18. 23. 5 Marking of Fire Apparatus Access Road. Zendo Kern, Planning Director December 14, 2020 Page 5 of 8
18. 2.3.5. 1 Where required by the AHJ, approved signs or other approved notices shall be provided and maintained to identify fire department access roads or to prohibit the obstruction thereof of both.
18. 2. 3. 5. 2 A marked fire apparatus access road shall also be known as a fire lane.
18. 2. 4* Obstruction and Control of Fire Department Access Road.
18. 2. 4. 1 General.
18. 2. 4. 1. 1 l' he required width of a fire department access road shall not be obstructed in any manner, including by the parking of vehicles.
18. 2. 4. 1. 2 Minimum required widths and clearances established under 18. 2. 3. 4 shall be maintained at all times.
18. 2. 4. 1. 3* Facilities and structures shall be maintained in a manner that does not impair or impede accessibility for fire department operations.
18. 2. 4. 1. 4 Entrances to fire departments access roads that have been closed with gates and barriers in accordance with 18. 2. 4. 2. 1 shall not be obstructed by parked vehicles.
18. 2. 4. 2 Closure of Accessways.
18.2.4. 2. 1 The AHI shall be authorized to require the installation and maintenance of gates or other approved barricades across roads, trails, or other accessways not including public streets, alleys, or highways.
18. 2. 4. 2. 2 Where required, gates and barricades shall be secured in an approved manner.
18. 2. 4. 2. 3 Roads, trails, and other access ways that have been closed and obstructed in the manner prescribed by 18. 2. 4. 2. 1 shall not be trespassed upon or used unless authorized by the owner and the AHJ.
18. 2. 4. 2. 4 Public officers acting within their scope of duty shall be permitted to access restricted property identified in 18. 2. 4. 2. 1.
18. 2. 4. 2. 5 Locks, gates, doors, barricades, chains, enclosures, signs, tags, or seals that have been installed by the fire department or by its order or under its control shall not be removed, unlocked, destroyed, tampered with, or otherwise vandalized in any manner.
18. 3 Water Supplies and Fire Hydrants
18.3.1* A water supply approved by the county, capable of supplying the required fire flow for fire protection shall be provided to all premises upon which facilities or buildings, or portions
thereof, are hereafter constructed, or moved into or within the county. When any portion of the Zendo Kern, Planning Director December 14, 2020 Page 6 of 8 facility or building is in excess of 150 feet( 45 720 mm) from a water supply on a fire apparatus access road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on- site fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow shall be provided when required by the AHJ. For on- site fire hydrant requirements see section 18. 3. 3.
EXCEPTIONS: I. When facilities or buildings, or portions thereof, are completely protected with an approved automatic fire sprinkler system the provisions of section 18. 3. 1 may be modified by the AHJ. 2. When water supply requirements cannot be installed due to topography or other conditions, the AHJ may require additional fire protection as specified in section 18. 3. 2 as amended in the code. 3. When there are not more than two dwellings, or two private garage, carports, sheds and agricultural. Occupancies, the requirements of section 18. 3. 1 may be modified by AHJ.
18. 3. 2* Where no adequate or reliable water distribution system exists, approved reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated tanks, fire department tanker shuttles, or other approved systems capable of providing the required fire flow shall be permitted.
18. 3. 3* The location, number and type of fire hydrants connected to a water supply capable of delivering the required fire flow shall be provided on a fire apparatus access road on the site of the premises or both, in accordance with the appropriate county water requirements.
18. 3. 4 Fire Hydrants and connections to other approved water supplies shall be accessible to the fire department.
18. 3. 5 Private water supply systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25 or county requirements as determined by the AHJ.
18.3. 6 Where required by the AHJ, fire hydrants subject to vehicular damage shall be protected unless located within a public right of way.
18.3. 7 The AHJ shall be notified whenever any fire hydrant is placed out of service or returned to service. Owners of private property required to have hydrants shall maintain hydrant records of approval, testing, and maintenance, in accordance with the respective county water requirements. Records shall be made available for review by the AHJ upon request.
C— 18.3. 8 Minimum water supply for buildings that do not meet the minimum County water standards:
Buildings up to 2000 square feet, shall have a minimum of 3, 000 gallons of water available for Firefighting.
Buildings 2001- 3000 square feet, shall have a minimum of 6, 000 gallons of water available for Firefighting. Zendo Kern, Planning Director December 14, 2020 Page 7 of 8
Buildings, 3001- 6000 square feet, shall have a minimum of 12, 000 gallons of water available for Firefighting.
Buildings, greater than 6000 square feet, shall meet the minimum County water and fire flow requirements.
Multiple story buildings shall multiply the square feet by the amount of stories when determining the minimum water supply.
Commercial buildings requiring a minimum fire flow of 2000gpm per the Department of Water standards shall double the minimum water supply reserved for firefighting.
Fire Department Connections( FDC) to alternative water supplies shall comply with 18. 3. 8 ( 1)- 6) of this code.
NOTE: In that water catchment systems are being used as a means of water supply for firefighting, such systems shall meet the following requirements: I) In that a single water tank is used for both domestic and firefighting water, the water for domestic use shall not be capable of being drawn from the water reserved for firefighting;
2) Minimum pipe diameter sizes from the water supply to the Fire Department Connection FDC) shall be as follows: a) 4" for C900 PVC pipe; b) 4" for C906 PE pipe; c) 3" for ductile Iron; d) 3' for galvanized steel.
3) The Fire Department Connection( FDC) shall: a) be made of galvanized steel; b) have a gated valve with 2- 1/ 2 inch, National Standard Thread male fitting and cap; c) be located between 8 ft and 16 ft from the Fire department access. The location shall be approved by the AHJ; d) not be located less than 24 inches, and no higher than 36 inches from finish grade, as measured from the center of the FDC orifice; e) be secure and capable of withstanding drafting operations. Engineered stamped plans may be required; t) not be located more than ISO feet of the most remote part, but not less than 20 feet, of the structure being protected; g) also comply with section 13. 1. 3 and 18. 2. 3. 4. 6. 1 of this code.
4) Commercial buildings requiring a fire flow of 2000gpm shall be provided with a second FDC. Each FDC shall be independent of each other, with each FDC being capable of flowing 500gpm by engineered design standards. The second FDC shall be located in an area approved by the AHJ with the idea of multiple Fire apparatus' conducting drafting operations at once, in mind. Zendo Kern, Planning Director December 14, 2020 Page 8 of 8
5) Inspection and maintenance shall be in accordance to NFPA 25.
6) The owner or lessee of the property shall be responsible for maintaining the water level, quality, and appurtenances of the system.
EXCEPTIONS TO SECTION 18. 3. 8:
I) Agricultural buildings, storage sheds, and shade houses with no combustible or equipment
storage.
2) Buildings less than 800 square feet in size that meets the minimum Fire Department Access Road requirements.
3) For one and two family dwellings, agricultural buildings, storage sheds, and detached garages 800 to 2000 square feet in size, and meets the minimum Fire Department Access Road requirements, the distance to the Fire Department Connection may be increased to 1000 feet.
4) For one and two family dwellings, agricultural buildings, and storage sheds greater than 2000square feet, but less than 3000 square feet and meets the minimum Fire Department Access Road requirements, the distance to the Fire Department Connection may be increased to 500 feet.
5) For buildings with an approved automatic sprinkler system, the minimum water supply required may be modified.
If there are any questions regarding these requirements, please contact Assistant Fire Chief Ian Smithat(( 88008) 932- 2907.
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ROBERT R. K. PERREIRA Acting Fire Chief AVIDoRo. ee
fix\ _ y STATE OF HAWAII s,,„ 4 DEP,\ RT\ IE\ T OF LAND, IND N.ATUR, 11, RESOURCES i. AND DIVISION
POST OFFICE BOX 621
HONOLULU, HAWAII 96809
November 13, 2020
MEMORANDUM FROM:
DLNR Agencies: Div. of Aquatic Resources ( kendall. l. tucker@hawaiimov) Div. of Boating & Ocean Recreation ( richard. t.howard(ghawaii.goy) X Engineering Division ( DLNR. ENGRng hawaii. gov) X Div. of Forestry & Wildlife( rubyrosa. t.terracio@hawaii. gov) X Div. of State Parks ( curt. a. cottrell@hawaii. nov) X Commission on Water Resource Management( DLNR. CWRM( g_hawaii. gov) X Office of Conservation & Coastal Lands ( sharleen. k. kuba@hawaii. gov) X Land Division— Hawaii District( oordon. c. heit@hawaii. gov) X Historic Preservation ( DLNR. Intake. SHPD@hawaii. clov) TO: FRAPriln Russell Y. Tsuji, Land Administrator Russall Tsuji SUBJECT: Special Management Area Major Use Permit( SMA 20- 000077) Request to Allow Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park LOCATION: South Hilo, Island of Hawaii; TMK: ( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015 and ROW of Old Mamalahoa Highway APPLICANT: County of Hawaii, Department of Parks and Recreation
Transmitted for your review and comment is information on the above- referenced subject matter. Please submit comments by December 7, 2020.
If no response is received by the above date, we will assume your agency has no comments. Should you have any questions about this request, please contact Darlene Nakamura at darlene. k. nakamura@hawaii. gov. Thank you.
We have no objections. Planning Dept. We have no comments. L 7) Comments are attached. Exhibit
Signed: 6a Print Name: Carty S. Chang, Chief Engineer
Division: Engineering Division
Date: Dec 4, 2020
Attachments
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ENGINEERING DIVISION
LD/ Russell Y. Tsuji Ref: Special Management Area Major Use Permit( SMA 20- 000077) Request to Allow Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park Location: South Hilo, Island of Hawaii TMK( s): ( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015 and ROW of Old Mamalahoa Highway Applicant: County of Hawaii, Department of Parks and Recreation
COMMENTS
The rules and regulations of the National Flood Insurance Program ( NFIP), Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations( 44CFR), are in effect when development falls within a Special Flood Hazard Area ( high risk areas). State projects are required to comply with 44CFR regulations as stipulated in Section 60. 12. Be advised that 44CFR reflects the minimum standards as set forth by the NFIP. Local community flood ordinances may stipulate higher standards that can be more restrictive and would take precedence over the minimum NEW standards.
The owner of the project property and/ or their representative is responsible to research the Flood Hazard Zone designation for the project. Flood Hazard Zones are designated on FEMA' s Flood Insurance Rate Maps ( FIRM), which can be viewed on our Flood Hazard Assessment Tool ( FHAT) (http:// gis. hawaiinfip.org/ FHAT).
If there arc questions regarding the local flood ordinances, please contact the applicable County NFIP coordinating agency below:
o Oahu: City and County of Honolulu, Department of Planning and Permitting 808) 768- 8098.
o Hawaii Island: County of Hawaii, Department of Public Works( 808) 961- 8327.
o Maui/ Molokai/ Lanai County of Maui, Department of Planning( 808) 270- 7253.
o Kauai: County of Kauai, Deportment of Public Works( 808) 241- 4896.
7J6? Signed: CARTY S. CHANG, CHIEF ENGINEER
Dec4, 2020 Date: GOCW
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December 18, 2020
DEC ' _ 020
RF C' iSl l_ Mr. Michael Yue Director County of Hats aii Planning Department 101 Pauahi Street. Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Attention: Mr. Alex Roy
Dear Mr. Yec:
Subject:: Request for Comments for Special Management Area Permit Kolekole Gulch Park( SMA20- 000077) Old Mamalahoa I lighway— I! do, I lawaii Tax Map Key No_:( 3) 2- X- 015: 015
Thank you for your letter dated November 9, 2020 foi the request lu comment on the Special Management Arca Pennit application. We understand that a Final Environmental Assessment required by Chapter 343, Hawaii Revised Statutes for the use of State and County lands and funds teas published in April 2020. ' 1' he proposed project involves a 5. 49-acre County park with access off State Mamalahoa I li ghwa v( Route 191.
Lhe proposed work comprised of upgrades to the existing restrootns, picnic facilities, parking lot and driveway. The work also includes drainage and remediation of soil contamination and other minor
repairs.
The proposed project does not appear to significantly impact the State highway system. However, the applicant shall coordinate with the Highways Division, I lawaii District Engineer on any further
requirements or permits.
If you have any questions, please contact levan Thirugnanam. Systems Planning Engineer, Highways Division, Planning Branch at( 808) 557d336 or by email atjeyan.thirugnanam'ghawaii. gov. Please reference file review number PS 2020- 172.
Sincerely, Planning Dept. 1__` Exhibit 5
JADE L HUI AY
Director of Transportation
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102d STATE OF HAWAII 34 DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NAT! RAL RESOURCES L Anu on FSION
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November 13, 2020 r, MEMORANDUM CD " moi r N om TO: DLNR Agencies: n —+ Div. of Aquatic Resources ( kendall. I. tuckerCcahawaii. gov) - • n[, -o < 3= / Div. of Boating & Ocean Recreation ( richard. t. howard haw I X Engineering Division ( DLNR. ENGR(glhawaii. gov) X Div. of Forestry& Wildlife( rubvrosa. t. terrago(& hawaii. gov) '` v X Div. of State Parks ( curt. a. cottrellAhawaii. gov) X Commission on Water Resource Management ( DLNR. CWRM(& hawaii. gov) X Office of Conservation & Coastal Lands( sharleen. k.kuba7&hawaii.gov) XLand Division — Hawaii District( gordon. c. heiKahhawaii. gov) X Historic Preservation ( DLNR. Intake. SHPD( cahawaii. gov)
FROM: Russell Y. Tsuji, Land Administrator Russett L,uji SUBJECT: Special Management Area. Major Use Permit ( SMA 20- 000077) Request to Allow Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park LOCATION: South Hilo, Island of Hawaii; TMK: ( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015 and ROW of Old Mamalahoa Highway APPLICANT: County of Hawaii, Department of Parks and Recreation
Transmitted for your review and comment is information on the above- referenced subject matter, Please submit comments by December 7, 2020.
If no response is received by the above date, we will assume your agency has no comments. Should you have any questions about this request, please contact Darlene Nakamura at darlene. k. nakamura(& hawaii.gov. Thank you.
We have no objections. Planning Dept. We have no comments. EXL• 5 Comments are attached. 6 1 0.S+ ramenJs Signed: 0, 4(Awc Print Name: IZhtl+GL (1faAS1LEk
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a"' OFFICr OF CONSERVATION AND COASTAL LANDS POST OFFICE BOX 621 HONOLULU, HAWAII 96809
REF: OCCL: RH Correspondence: HA 20- 132
MEMORANDUM NOV 2 5 2020
TO: Russ Tsuji, Administrator Land Division
FROM: Sam Lemma, Administrator Office of Conservation and Coastal Lands
SUBJECT: Request for Comments for the Draft Environmental Assessment( DEA), Kolekole Gulch Park Accessibility Improvements
The Office of Conservation and Coastal Lands ( OCCL) has reviewed the DEA for the subject matter. The County is proposing to convert restrooms, upgrade septic, renovate pavilions, and conduct drainage, parking, utility, landscaping and accessory upgrades at the Kolekole Gulch Park.
The DEA shows the park to be in the Conservation District; more specifically, the Resource and Limited subzones. The DEA states that, "... the park was officially created via executive order E.O. 938) on May 2, 1941," and therefore the park is considered a nonconforming use.
The proposed work within the Conservation District is an identified land use pursuant to HAR, 13- 5- 22. The proposed Park project, as currently outlined in the DEA, appears to require a Site Plan Approval by OCCL. The proposed project activities in this DEA currently fall into P- 8 STUCTURES AND LAND USES, EXISTING ( B- 1) " Demolition, removal, or minor alteration of existing structures, facilities, land, and equipment. Any historic property shall be evaluated by the department for historical significance." Final determination will be made once the proposed park project plans are finalized and submitted to OCCL.
For more information regarding the Conservation District, visit our website at dlnr.hawaii. gov/ occl. Should there be any questions regarding this correspondence, contact Rachel Beasley at the OCCL office at( 808) 587- 0386. Th2F, 0, CASE
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TO: JADE T. BUTAY AUG - 6 2020 DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATI•
FROM: SAMUEL J. LEMMA ADMINISTRA- OR OFFICE OF CONSERVATION AND COASTAL LANDS
SUBJECT; HAZARDOUS MATERIAL REMEDIATION KOLEKOLE BEACH PARK, HONOMU, HAWAII TMK: ( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015
The Office of Conservation and Coastal Lands has reviewed your request for Conservation District Use Permit determination for proposed hazardous material remediation in the vicinity of Kolekole Gulch Park. The Park is split between the Resource and Limited subzone. The proposed project consists of remediation of hazardous levels of lead soil. The proposed action is a component of the Kolekole Gulch Park Accessibility Improvements Project; the Final Environmental Assessment FEA) and Finding of No Significance ( EONSI) was published for this project in the Office of Environmental Quality Control' s ( OEQC) The Environmental Notice on April 23, 2020. A proposed action of this Project is remediation of lead contaminated soils. The remediation of lead contaminated soils appears to be a designated land use within the Conservation District § 13- 5- 22 P- 8 STRUCTURES AND LAND USES, EXISTING ( A- 1) Minor repair, maintenance, and operation to an existing structure, facility, use, land, and equipment, whether it is nonconforming or permitted, that involves mostly cosmetic work or like- to- like replacement of component parts, and that results in negligible change to or impact to land, or a natural and cultural resource, and maintenance of a fishpond shall be in accordance with section 183- 44 and I83B-2, FIRS
Additionally, pursuant to the Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 128D Environmental Response Law, Section 128D- 23 states, " no state or county permit shall be required for the portion ofany removal or remedial action conducted entirely on site where such response action is carried out in compliance with this chapter, or where such removal or remedial action is in response to a release ofa hazardous substance or pollutant or contaminant that occurred in or on the coastal waters of the State and such removal or remedial action is carried out in compliance with this chapter, the National Contingency Plan, or at the direction of a federal or state on-scene coordinator." The OCCL has no objections to the proposed work as described provided that the following general conditions are adhered to: Jade T. Butay Correspondence HA 21- 17 Department of Transportation
1. That in issuing this mento, the Department has relied on the information and data that has been provided in connection with the letter. If, subsequent to this letter, such information and data prove to be false, incomplete or inaccurate, enforcement proceedings may be initiated as necessary;
2. Typical Best Management Practices ( BMP) shall be implemented while conducting any land use in the Conservation District. Unauthorized land uses such as the disposal of material within the Conservation District shall initiate enforcement proceedings;
3. Should historic remains such as artifacts, burials or concentration of charcoal be encountered during construction activities, work shall cease immediately in the vicinity of the find, and the find shall be protected from further damage. The contractor shall immediately contact SHPD ( 808- 692- 8015), which will assess the significance of the find and recommend an appropriate mitigation measure, if necessary; and
4. If the scope of the project changes or the cumulative natural resource impacts is perceived to be moderate or major, the department may require authorizations or approvals for the proposed land use.
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AVIS/ STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT Or LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCESnun OFFICE OF CONSERVATION AND COASTAL LANDS TED' D POST OFFICE BOX 621 HONOLULU, HAWAII 96809
Ref OCCL: RB Subzone Bound Interpretation:/rpret.( ation' FfiA- 2^0-
1 QHS - 1 me Ron Terry, Principal Geometrician Associates, LLC 10 Hina Street Hilo, HI 96720
SUBJECT: Subzone Boundary Determination HA- 20- 152 for the Kolekole Gulch Park Accessibility Improvements, South Hilo, HI Tax Map Key: ( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015
Dear Mr. Terry:
The Office of Conservation and Coastal Lands ( OCCL) is in receipt of your letter dated April 8, 2020, regarding a suhzone boundary determination request for Kolekole Gulch Park located in South Hilo, Hawaii TMK( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015.
The park site is described in the final Environmental Assessment ( EA) for the Kolekole Gulch Park Accessibility Improvements as being, ` located within a steep gulch on the south side of Kolekole Stream, makai of Old Mamalahoa Highway, underneath and on the mauka side of the Hawaii Belt Highway ( State Route 19) bridge." The Park is a 5. 497- acre property. The final EA describes the proposed improvements as,
actions include, but may not be limited to, thefollowing: converting the existing restrooms into single- occupant accessible restrooms and upgrading the existing associated septic system; providing a new accessible comfort station with septic system; building one new pavilion, demolishing another, and repairing the remaining pavilions; providing drainage improvements to divert shower runofffrom riverbanks; replacing the shower and picnic tables with accessible faculties; addressing drainage problems near pavilions; removing nuisance non- native vegetation that pose a risk to parkfacilities or users, in consultation with a certified arborist; repaving and improving the stability and integrity of the driveway and parking lot; development ofan on- site potable water system andfire protection water system for the park; landscaping improvements; and other appurtenant work, "
All proposed improvements appear to be in the lower lying areas of the gulch; therefore, within the existing park site. As described in the final EA, the Park and park improvements are located 1152 Ron Principal Tony. Subzone Boundary Interpretation Ili 20- 152 Geometrician - lssociate . LLC
tcithin the steep gulch which is further described as beim on the south side of the Kolekole stream. makai of the Old Mamalahoa Hiehway. underneath and on the Inauka side or State Rome 19. Our determination is based on the Land Use Commission' s records and official maps currently on file at our office. The OCCL Hawaii subzone map denotes Red areas as Resource subzone and Brown areas as Limited subzone. According to the United States Geological Survey ( CSGS) maps- the Kolekole stream appears to bisect the Resource Subzone and generally appears to encompass the gulch and lower lying areas. The limited subzone hugs close around the gulch in the steeper surrounding topography. The Resource Subzone appears to be bounded by the Old Mamalahoa Highway. The Park and it' s proposed improvements lie to the south side of Kolekole Stream and to the North side of the Old Mama lahoa Highway. Thus, the proposed improvements appear to be completely located with the Resource Subzone. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Beasley at rar_hel.e. beasley;rhawalHov or work cell 808- 798- 648!.
Sincerely, Lam/ Lem'm'o
Samuel J. Lemmo, Administrator Office of Conservation and Coastal Lands
cc: Chairperson HDLO CoH, Planning Department
2 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS - TRAFFIC DIVISION
COUNTY OF HAWAII PLAN REVIEW COMMENT SHEET CDH PLANNING DEPT NOV 23 2020 ars; 2'_ Date Received: 11/ 12/ 2020 Memorandum No. 2020 - 1177
Date Transmitted: 11/ 23/ 2020 To: Alex Roy - Planning Department
From: Traffic Division
Subdivision/ Project: Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park
Subdivision/ Project No: TMK: 2- 8- 015: 015
SIGNS/ MARKINGS:
s1 1. R. Mangaoang Review Date: 11/ 19/ 2020 Initial:
1 No Review J See Attached Comments Comments on Plan/ Sketch ii Other Comments No Comments
I/ 2. K. Pacheco Review Date: 11/ 20/ 2023 Initial:
No Review P See Attached Comments E Comments on Plan/ Sketch
Other Comments No Comments
STREET LIGHTS/ TRAFFIC SIGNALS:
3. M. Tebbakh Review Date: Initial:
H No Review I See Attached Comments L. Comments on Plan/ Sketch
Other Comments No Comments
i.[ 4. K. Higaki/ D. Calicdan Review Date: Initial:
No Review H See Attached Comments Comments on Plan/ Sketch
Other Comments 7 No Comments rn ti".
CA 5. J. Patau/ J. Peters Review Date: Initial: C y.
No Review Ti See Attached Comments H Comments on Plan/ Sketch C - Q I_ Other Comments E Na Comments CXK O w
ADMINISTRATION:
6. A. Takaba Review Date: 11/ 23/ 2020 Initial:
No Review See Attached Comments Comments on Plah l-., Other Comments k No Comments ttrAANNED l V; 7ypp n 77fi F: a. 1 DEPARTMENT OF WATER SUPPLY • COUNTY OF HAWAII
345 KEKUANAO A STREET. SUITE 20 • HILO, HAWAII 96720 TELEPHONE ( 808) 961- 8050 • FAX ( 808) 961- 8657
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CIH PL FANNING DPI DEC 9 2020 r. 3: 29 RECD HAND DELIVERED IO: Mr. / endo Kern. Director Planning Department
RUM: Keith K. Okamoto, Manager- Chief Engineer
St 13. IECT: Special Management Area Use Permit Application ( SMA 20- 0110077) Applicant— County of Ii: wai' i, Department of Parks and Recreation Request: To Allow Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park Tac Map Key 2-8- 015: 015
We have reviewed the suhject application and have no comments or objections as there arc no Department of Water Supply facilities in the area that will be atleeted b) the proposed project.
Should there he ane questions, please contact Mr. Ryan Quitunano of our Water Resources and Planning Branch at 961- 8070, extension 256.
Sincerely rows.
P Keith K. Okamoto, PI. Manager- Chief linginecr RQ: dig copy Counts of liu' cai' i, Department of Parks eX Recreation Planning Dept. Exhibit$_ 3E, 442— Water, Our Most Precious Resource. . . K'a rWai A ?One. . i- pe[ Department of Water is an prodder Supply Equal Opportunity and empo' er. Harry Kim y= William A. Kucharski Mayor DirectorDirector Roy Takemoto As;.... ;!° Diane A. Noda Managing Director Deputy Director County of Hawai' i DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 345 Kekuanao' a Street, Suite 41• Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Ph:( 808) 961- 8083 • Fax:( 808) 961- 8086 Email: cohdem@hawaiicounty. gov DEC 0 j 2020 MEMORANDUM RECEIVED OOuNTY OF HAWAII TO: Michael Yee, Director PLANNINGDEPT, Planning Department FROM: William A. Kucharski, Director 4 Environmental Management D: « 9': rt DATE: November 30, 2020 SUBJECT: Special Management Area Major Use Permit ( SMA 20- 000077) Applicant: County of Hawai' i, Department of Parks and Recreation Request: To Allow Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park Tax Map Key: ( 3) 2- 8-015: 015 The Solid Waste Division has reviewed the subject application and offers the following comments and/ or recommendations ( contact the Solid Waste Division for details): X ) No comments. Commercial operations, State and Federal agencies, religious entities and non- profit organization may not use transfer stations for disposal. Aggregates and any other construction/ demolition waste should be responsibly reused Q. to its fullest extent. 0 T Ample and equal room should be provided for rubbish and recycling. 0 O 1 Green waste may be transported to the green waste sites located at the West Hawai' i Organics Facility and East Hawaii Organics Facility, or other suitable diversion programs. Construction and demolition waste is prohibited at all County Transfer Stations. C •— Submit Solid Waste Management Plan in accordance with attached guidelines. O X L! J Existing Solid Waste Management Plan is to be followed. Provide update to the department on current status. Other: SCANNED DEC 0 3 2020 of Hawaii County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Syr 1 , 1 s 0 0 5 Mr. Michael Yee, Director November 30, 2020 Page 2 The Wastewater Division has reviewed the subject application and offers the following comments and/ or recommendations ( contact the Wastewater Division for details): X ) No comments. Require connection of existing and/ or proposed structures to the public sewer in accordance with Section 21- 5 of the Hawai' i County Code. Require Council Resolution to approve sewer extension in accordance with Section 21- 26. 1 of the Hawai' i County Code. Complete Sewer Extension Application. Require extension of the sewer system to service the proposed subdivision in accordance with Section 23- 85 of the Hawai' i County Code. Check or line out as applicable: [ ] If required by the Director of the Department of Environmental Management (" Director of DEM"), [ ] applicant shall conduct a sewer study in accordance with the then applicable wastewater system design standards prior to approval to connect to the County sewer system. Applicant shall provide such sewer line or other facility improvements as the Director of DEM may reasonably require, which the sewer study may indicate are advisable for mitigation of impacts of the proposed project. Contact Wastewater Division Chief for details. Other: WK: mef DEC 0 2 2020 Paul K. Ferreira Harry Kim Mayor Police Chief jtil/DEPToMr ' : Kenneth Bugado Jr. Deputy Police chief County of Hawaii POLICE DEPARTMENT 349 Kapiolani Street • Hilo, Hawaii 96720- 3998 808) 935- 3311 • Fax( 808) 961- 8865 December 1, 2020 TO MICHAEL YEE, PLANNING DIRECTOR FROM : J ASSISTANT POLICE CHIEF REA I OP RATIONS BUREAU ISUBJECT:SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA MAJOR USE PERMIT ( SMA 20- 000077); APPLICANT: COUNTY OF HAWAII, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION; REQUEST: TO ALLOW FACILITIES UPGRADES AND ADA IMPROVEMENTS AT KOLEKOLE BEACH PARK TAX MAP KEY: 2- 8- 015: 015 Staff, upon reviewing the provided documents, does not anticipate any significant impact to traffic and/ or public safety concerns. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to comment. If you have any questions, please contact Captain Reed Mahuna of the South Hilo Patrol Division at 961- 2214 or via email at reed. [email protected]. RM: III/ 18H40377 Planning Dept. Exhibit J 0_ SCANNED II. By, 379U7 J iNOWNEMNIISIN Hawaii County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer o Fr DAVID V. IGE OFFICE OF PLANNING GOVERNOR ARVALICE EVANS STATE OF HAWAII g4 MICEOE nF PLANNING Ap9,,,4r 235 South Beretnia ate Street, 6th Floor, G. Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Telephone: 8081587- 2846 Mailing Address: P. O. Box 2359, Honolulu, Hawaii 96804 Fax; 1808) 587- 2824 Web. http//planning, hawaiigov/ DTS 202011300905L1 December 4, 2020 Mr. Michael Yee, Director Department of Planning County of Hawaii East Hawaii Office 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Attention: Mr. Alex Roy Dear Mr. Yee: Subject: Special Management Area Use Permit( SMA 20- 000077) Request to Allow Facility Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Gulch Park, South Hilo District, Hawaii; Tax Map Key: ( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015 Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the subject Special Management Area ( SMA) Use Permit Application to allow upgrades on facilities and ADA improvements at Kolekole Gulch Park, transmitted via memorandum received November 13, 2020. According to the subject application, the County of Hawaii Department of Parks and Recreation proposes to demolish the existing non- ADA facilities, and repair, upgrade or build new facilities at Kolekole Gulch Park. The proposed upgrades include the following: Converting the existing restrooms into single- occupant accessible restrooms, and upgrading the associated septic system; Providing a new accessible comfort station with septic system; Building one new pavilion, demolishing another, and repairing the remaining pavilions; Developing an onsite potable water system and fire protection water system; Providing drainage improvements to divert shower runoff from riverbanks; Replacing the shower and picnic tables with accessible facilities; Repaving and improving the driveway and parking lot; Landscaping improvements, and removing nuisance non- native vegetation that poses a risk to park facilities and users; and Planning Dept. Exhibit II Mr. Michael Yee December 4, 2020 Page 2 Remediating minor amounts of asbestos containing material and lead paint at the pavilions and comfort station, and other appurtenant work. The estimated cost the proposed park improvements is $ 2. 5 million. No historic sites or archaeological resources were identified within Kolekole Gulch Park. The location of the structures several hundred feet inland from the shoreline at elevations of 10 to 14 feet above sea level provides sufficient resiliency in case of sea level rise. The Final Environmental Assessment for the proposed project was published in the Environmental Notice, April 23, 2020. The Office of Planning has reviewed the subject SMA use permit application, and has no comments to offer. If you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact Shichao Li of our Coastal Zone Management Program at( 808) 587-2841. Sincerely, Mary Alice Evans Director OAVIOV. ICE v. ncipciptitinin atiOrmattg STATE OF HAWAII mx. 114: Po\ RTP ILN1 ( IBI.:\ SO. ND\ VI URAL RESOIR(' FS I. DIA ISION POS I OFF ICE BOX 621 IIONOLUI- U. HAWAII 96809 November 13, 2020 MEMORANDUM TO: DLNR Agencies: Div. of Aquatic Resources ( kendall. I. tucker( g2hawaii. gov) Div. of Boating & Ocean Recreation ( richard. t. howard(( Dhawaii. goy) X Engineering Division ( DLNR.ENGR(ahhawaii. eov) X Div. of Forestry& Wildlife( rubvrosa.t.terragofthawaii. gov) X Div. of State Parks( curt. a. cottrellrahawaii. gov) X Commission on Water Resource Management( DLNR.CWRMOhawaii.gov) X Office of Conservation & Coastal Lands (sharleen. k.kuba(dihawaii.gov) X Land Division- Hawaii. District( pardonfa helft& hawau( OU) X Historic Preservation ( DLNR. Intake.SHPDSfiawaii.gov) FROM: Russell Y. Tsuji, Land Administrator RidS5811 TAY SUBJECT Special Management Area Major Use Permit( SMA 20- 000077) Request to Allow Facilities Upgrades and ADA Improvements at Kolekole Beach Park LOCATION. South Hilo, Island of Hawaii; TMK: ( 3) 2- 8- 015: 015 and ROW of Old Mamalahoa Highway APPLICANT: County of Hawaii, Department of Parks and Recreation Transmitted for your review and comment is information on the above- referenced subject matter. Please submit comments by December 7, 2020. If no response is received by the above date, we will assume your agency has no comments. Should you have any questions about this request, please contact Darlene Nakamura at darlene.k. nakamura( q)hawaii. gov. Thank you. We have no objections. We have no comments. Comments are attached. Signed. y,/ Print Name: c ZrOOZnN C Division: 1Ca - !) iii/rirn Date: Z- Attachments ZAttachments cc: Central Flies Planning Dept. Exhibit t2-