In regards to item EACP-17(14) would like to echo and support Kia‘i Kaua‘ula and postitive comments made about the creation of cultural overlays. As any technical needs grow in this area of development you should be assured that the community will support this. It is clear the state has not fulfilled their responsibilities with its overseeing capacity of State Historic Preservation Department and anything Maui County can do to support affirmative duties should be supported. Additional post presentation comment: Amazing, informative, hopeful. Kudos to all who saw the importance of creating this position.
Mahalo nui to Mr. Sinenci and his office as well as all others who participated in the creation of the position of Principal Architect for Maui County. Amongst other kuleana, the importance of a cultural overlay map for the mokupuni of Maui cannot be understated, especially when conducted by a professional whose qualifications exceed that of some archaeologists hired by SHPD. Looking forward to seeing the work of Dr. Six in a comprehensive way; the previous presentation at EACP by Dr. Six was an eye opener.
What a wonderful endeavor for the County to hire a principal archeologist ! I live at Mu'Olea, adjacent to the Mu'Olea preserve. I've long been interested in the historical and cultural treasures hidden beneath the jungle at Mu'Olea; there was a fascinating archeological survey done by T. S. Dye in 2007 which confirmed the existence of multiple cultural sites there, which begged for further investigation (https://www.muolea.org/pdf/Muolea-ArchReport-web.pdf). The use of Lidar mapping drones seems perfect for the preserve- it's non-intrusive and capable of mapping stone structures on and beneath the surface. I have informally approached a member of the Board of Na Mamo o Mu‘olea to see if they might have any any interest in permitting a Lidar mapping of the Preserve, and was invited to present a proposal for inclusion in the Board's January meeting agenda, My thought is that the necessary money could be raised privately as a gift to the Preserve, and I would be very happy to help by raising funds or in any other manner. Mahalo nui loa, Steven Gayle, 46110 Hana Hwy, Mu'Olea. srgayle@aol.com (808-248-7287)
In regards to item EACP-17(14) would like to echo and support Kia‘i Kaua‘ula and postitive comments made about the creation of cultural overlays. As any technical needs grow in this area of development you should be assured that the community will support this. It is clear the state has not fulfilled their responsibilities with its overseeing capacity of State Historic Preservation Department and anything Maui County can do to support affirmative duties should be supported. Additional post presentation comment: Amazing, informative, hopeful. Kudos to all who saw the importance of creating this position.
Mahalo nui to Mr. Sinenci and his office as well as all others who participated in the creation of the position of Principal Architect for Maui County. Amongst other kuleana, the importance of a cultural overlay map for the mokupuni of Maui cannot be understated, especially when conducted by a professional whose qualifications exceed that of some archaeologists hired by SHPD. Looking forward to seeing the work of Dr. Six in a comprehensive way; the previous presentation at EACP by Dr. Six was an eye opener.
What a wonderful endeavor for the County to hire a principal archeologist ! I live at Mu'Olea, adjacent to the Mu'Olea preserve. I've long been interested in the historical and cultural treasures hidden beneath the jungle at Mu'Olea; there was a fascinating archeological survey done by T. S. Dye in 2007 which confirmed the existence of multiple cultural sites there, which begged for further investigation (https://www.muolea.org/pdf/Muolea-ArchReport-web.pdf). The use of Lidar mapping drones seems perfect for the preserve- it's non-intrusive and capable of mapping stone structures on and beneath the surface. I have informally approached a member of the Board of Na Mamo o Mu‘olea to see if they might have any any interest in permitting a Lidar mapping of the Preserve, and was invited to present a proposal for inclusion in the Board's January meeting agenda, My thought is that the necessary money could be raised privately as a gift to the Preserve, and I would be very happy to help by raising funds or in any other manner. Mahalo nui loa, Steven Gayle, 46110 Hana Hwy, Mu'Olea. srgayle@aol.com (808-248-7287)