XVII. DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
ROLE AND DUTIES
The Department of Research and Development is charged
with the responsibility of promoting economic development in Hawaii
County and collecting and developing data for decision making,
program development and policy making. The department's focus
encompasses numerous programs which include tourism, agriculture,
new industry and industry development and research and statistics.
The state funded energy coordination program as well as the emerging
film industry also fall within the department's responsibilities.
STAFF
The department is staffed with two appointed personnel:
Diane S. Quitiquit, Director
Elaine K. Fukui, Private Secretary
four permanent personnel:
Howard I. Nakamura, Economist II
Margarita L. Hopkins, Economic Development Specialist III
Colette Rapozo Yamamoto, Resource Materials Specialist
Lorilei L. Andrade, Account Clerk
one temporary personnel:
Jodie Keenan Batin, Clerk Typist
and a state funded personnel:
Raymond G. Carr, Economic Development Specialist III
(Energy Coordinator)
Tourism
Headed by Director Diane S. Quitiquit.
Agriculture
Headed by Margarita L. Hopkins, who has an undergraduate degree in accounting and a M.S. degree in agricultural economics. Prior to joining the department, Hopkins had taught and conducted research in agricultural economics and marketing at several universities and research institutions both in the U.S. and abroad. She has been with the department since 1989
as an Economic Development Specialist III and provides
vital coordinative and clearinghouse services for the many agricultural
communities and individuals on this island.
New Industry and Industry Development
Headed by Howard I. Nakamura, a graduate of Hilo
High School and the University of Hawaii, receiving his undergraduate
degree in agriculture and MBA degree. Nakamura began his service
to the County of Hawaii in 1971 with the Legislative Auditor's
Office. In 1975 he joined the R&D staff and has since been
the economist.
Municipal Reference Center
Headed by Colette Rapozo Yamamoto, who joined our
department as the Resource Materials Specialist in April 1994
and serves as our information specialist. Colette received her
Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from the University of Hawaii
at Hilo and her Master of Science in Library and Information Science
degree from Simmons College in Boston. Colette has 20 years experience
working in academic, health science, law and public libraries
in Boston and Hawaii.
Energy
Headed by Raymond G. Carr, Ph. D., who joined department
as an Economic Development Specialist III in June 1993 and serves
as our Energy Coordinator. Carr received his doctorate in metallurgical
engineering from London University, England. Besides a 20 year
career in the engineering field, Raymond has also worked private
business, teaching and financial services. He has been a resident
of the Big Island for the last 10 years
PROGRAM BUDGET
Agriculture $188,050
Energy Program $ 39,258
New Industry Program $168,500
Tourism Program $682,600
HIGHLIGHTS, ACTIVITIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Agriculture
The sugarcane industry on the Big Island came to
an end in April 1996. Our agriculture industry is now faced with
challenges totally different from those faced by highly developed
sugar plantation agriculture. Hawaii County must find suitable
and productive use of sugarcane lands that would perpetuate agriculture
as a way of life and a source of alternative revenue. Being the
major producer of agriculture products in the State, Hawaii County
has to be the leader in developing policies and programs that
will perpetuate diversified agriculture in our County.
Our department, with input from the agriculture community,
worked with the Finance Director and the Real Property Tax Office
in proposing a comprehensive revision of the County Tax Code which
will include removal of hindrances to the development of diversified
agriculture and encouragement of commercial agriculture activities.
Bill 289 Draft 2 was submitted to the Council and deliberations
were started at a special meeting of the Finance Committee on
June 28, 1996. The deliberation of the bill was still continuing
in early August when this report was written. The department is
also involved in developing a system to identify and map important
agricultural lands in Hawaii County.
RESEARCH GRANTS
R&D has been very instrumental in insuring that
locally relevant applied research problems are investigated. With
a very limited research budget, R&D has been very successful
in leveraging additional State, Federal and private funds, using
County funds as seed money.
The widespread outbreak of bacterial wilt of ginger
has caused significant losses during the last two years. R&D
provided supplemental grants for the development of disease resistant
cultivars and techniques for detecting the disease on ginger seeds.
From these County funded projects, ginger farmers now have access
to free bacterial wilt testing of ginger seeds at the UH Hilo
College of Agriculture.
An initial $6,000 grant provided by R&D for the
containment of miconia on the Big Island has resulted in additional
funding of $75,000 from the County Council.
During the fiscal year 1995 96, R&D awarded eight
research projects with a total cost of $33,796 (plus another $75,000
supplemented by the County Council):
Abbreviated Title Institution Amount
Impact of Grazing Methods on University of Hawaii $ 5,000
Kikuyu Grasslands
Wilt Pathogen Detection University of Hawaii 4,846
In Vitro Triple Indexing of University of Hawaii 5,000
Edible Ginger
Hot Air Treatment for Control University of Hawaii 4,000
of Ginger Wilt
Taro Variety Trials Along University of Hawaii 4,950
Hamakua Coast
Low Input Sustainable Ag. University of Hawaii 5,000
Demonstration Farm
Solar Kiln Drying of Crops Hawaii Taro Growers HUI 5,000
Miconia Eradication on the University of Hawaii 75,000
Big Island
ON GOING RESEARCH (Initially funded in previous years)
Target
Abbreviated Title Completion Date
Integrating Biogas System with Farming 12/31/96
Disease Resistant Ginger Cultivar 12/31/96
Cost and Returns of Selected Crops in Hawaii 1/31/97
Taro/Aquaculture in Waipio 6/30/97
Papaya Variety Trial in Hamakua 9/30/97
Papaya Ringspot Virus Control Program 12/31/97
Perennial Forage Peanut Pastures 6/30/98
for Cattle in Hamakua
RESEARCH PROJECTS COMPLETED
Abbreviated Title
ˆ Economics of Commercial Koa Culture in Hawaii
ˆ Determining Nutrient Requirements for Roses
ˆ Biological & Cultural Control of Pests
ˆ Solarization of Potting Media
ˆ Mapping of Miconia Population on the Big Island
ˆ Nutritional Profile and Shelf Life of Grass
fed Beef
MARKET DEVELOPMENT AND PROMOTION GRANTS
Until recently, Kona coffee was the only coffee grown
commercially in the State. Kona coffee has an established reputation
of having superior quality and taste. To insure that the identity
and prestige inherent to Kona coffee is protected, R&D developed
a consumer awareness campaign program for 100% Kona coffee. In
mid June, R&D unveiled the County of Hawaii's 100% Kona coffee
logo program. The program is administered by the Kona Coffee Cultural
Festival.
R&D participated in the "Made in Hawaii"
Tradeshow in Oahu. Big Island businesses, many of which were new,
received tremendous exposure to business contacts and consumers.
To encourage the expansion of the tropical fruit production on
the Big Island, R&D supported the efforts of the Department
of Agriculture in the test marketing of irradiated Hawaii tropical
fruits in the U.S. mainland markets. This project was highly successful.
To assist in the promotion of Big Island products, R&D continued
to co sponsor trade shows, agricultural festivals and fairs, and
to develop agricultural product brochures. In fiscal year 1995
96, R&D awarded 12 market development and promotion grants
with a total cost of $51,664:
Abbreviated Title Institution Amount
Big Island Agricultural Big Island Farm Bureau $ 3,000
Products Promotion
HIACC Promotional Brochure Hawaii Island Ag. Community 2,214
Committee
1996 Big Island Farm Fair Big Island Farm Bureau 5,000
Mid Pacific Horticultural Trade Hawaii Export Nursery 5,000
Show and Conference Association
Big Island Product Brunch Kona Coffee Cultural Festival 5,000
Hilo Macadamia Nut Festival Hawaii Macadamia Nut 5,000
Association
Abbreviated Title Institution Amount
100% Kona Coffee Logo Kona Coffee Cultural Festival 7,500
Consumer Awareness Program
Banana Promotion Big Island Banana Growers 2,450
Association
Trya Papaya Festival Papaya Administrative Committee 2,500
Tropical Flower Promotion Hawaii Tropical Flower Council 8,000
Kona Farmers Market Kona County Farm Bureau 1,000
Marketing of Irradiated Department of Agriculture 5,000
Hawaii Tropical Fruit
INFORMATION AND EDUCATION GRANTS
An increasing number of Big Island farmers are interested
in growing bamboo as ornamental as well as a source of building,
materials and food. However, our farmers have very limited information
on the potential commercial uses of bamboo. Last May, R&D
co sponsored the first International Bamboo Conference and Trade
Show on the Big Island. The conference was very successful. It
attracted around 400 participants which were mostly farmers. The
trade show which was open to the public attracted an audience
of over 1,000 people.
R&D continued to sponsor meetings, workshops and conferences for our various commodity groups. These programs are very successful in delivering information to our farmers about the current agriculture developments at the local, national and international levels. To cater to
those farmers and interested members of our community
who are unable to attend the meetings, R&D continued to fund
the publication of conference and workshop proceedings. In fiscal
year 1995 96, R&D awarded seven agriculture information and
education grants with a total cost of $23,850:
Abbreviated Title Institution Amount
Big Island Bamboo Conference Big Island RC&D $5,000
36th Macadamia Nut Conference Hawaii Macadamia Nut 4,500
Proceedings Industry Association
5th International Tropical Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers 5,000
Fruit Conference
Forum for the Center for University of Hawaii 2,000
Agricultural & Rural Dev.
Forage Industry & Education University of Hawaii 3,000
Field Day
John Jeavons Bio Intensive Hawaii Center for Integral 2,700
Mini Farming Workshop Healing
Big Island Beekeeping University of Hawaii 1,650
Educational Booklet
In addition to providing grants, R&D continued
to provide vital coordination and clearinghouse services for the
many agricultural communities and individuals on this island.
R&D also participates in various committees which were formed
to address the crisis in Hamakua and Ka'u.
Energy
The main focus of activities in the energy program
was in the development of a "performance contract" for
an energy efficiency retrofit to the Hawaii County Building. In
a performance contract, the cost of the energy conservation measures
is financed by the Energy Service Company (ESCO) carrying out
the retrofit. The ESCO is subsequently compensated for these up
front costs through proven energy cost savings resulting from
the retrofit over the term of the contract, typically ten years.
In times of tight governmental budgets, this is an attractive
method for the County to up grade its facilities and reduce the
economic and environmental impacts of its energy use. In addition,
business activity is stimulated for companies involved in the
design, supply and installation of the energy efficiency measures.
A successful demonstration of performance contracting with the
County Building is intended to lead to energy efficiency retrofits
to other County facilities.
In fiscal year 1995 96, a Request for Proposals (RFP)
was drafted in cooperation with the County agencies involved and
under the guidance of the consultant contracted to provide technical
assistance for this project. This RFP was issued in January 1996
and proposals were received from three ESCOs. These proposals
were evaluated and ranked and negotiations were entered into with
the first ranked ESCO. It is expected that these negotiations
will be completed early in fiscal year 1996 97 with installation
of the retrofit measures taking place soon afterwards.
The Public Utilities Commission approved the residential
and commercial Demand Side Management (DSM) programs contained
in HELCO's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) filed in 1994. These
four DSM programs are the result of more than five years of IRP
activities by HELCO with input from the IRP Advisory Group made
up of members representing a wide cross section of societal interests,
including the Hawaii County Energy Coordinator, and have been
implemented with the object of reducing future demands for electricity
through the installation of cost effective energy efficiency measures
throughout the utility customer base.
The Energy Coordinator also participated as a member
of the on going Externalities Advisory Group formed by the three
affiliated utilities (HECO, MECO and HELCO) to provide input to
the process of determining "externality" values related
to the production and distribution of electricity in Hawaii. An
externality can be defined as a hidden cost, either positive or
negative, that is not included in the sale price of electricity
and can include environmental, health, economic or cultural impacts.
In April 1996, a report was issued concerning demands
for liquid fuels on Hawaii island projected out to Year 2014.
Two scenarios were developed. In the low scenario, total demand
for liquid fuels was projected to increase by only 20% from 1994
values based on significant improvements in the efficiency of
electricity generated and energy usage. In the high scenario,
demand was projected to increase by 90% over 1994, much of this
resulting from assumed increases in the refueling of heavy jets
at Keahole airport. For the high scenario, the further development
of west side facilities for importing, storing and distributing
liquid fuels became economically justifiable.
During fiscal year 1995 96, the department awarded
two research grants. One grant for $16,330 was for field tests
to provide information on growth rates, yields and production
costs for various "energy crops," such as, napier grass
for the production of ethanol and electricity. A second grant
was awarded for $10,000 to conduct a test program on the drying
of agricultural produce using a solar kiln dryer located in Kapoho,
Puna. The object here is to provide farmers with a cost effective
means to process farm produce, including surplus and off grade
product, into value added commodities. Processing data and information
will also be collected for the design of a larger facility to
service a wide range of products and commodities grown on the
Big Island.
Municipal Reference Center
The Municipal Reference Center (MRC) is a service
agency of the County of Hawaii currently charged with a twofold
responsibility. As the library, its original and continuing function
is to meet the information needs of the Department of Research
and Development. The Library provides a full range of information
services in support of the promotion and economic development
of the Big Island. As the MRC it centralizes the holdings of 12
County departmental collections, currently with 9,077 titles on
file.
The MRC is responsible for classifying and cataloging
all resource materials and for adding and deleting entries in
the Library Information System (LIS) database. The LIS database
is available to all County personnel via the County's WANG VS
100 system.
The MRC is a depository for some U.S. Bureau of the
Census publications, State statistical sources, and the Federal
Register, a daily publication of proposed rules, legal notices
and regulations of the United States government. The MRC promotes
economic development through continuous data collection and documentation
for public use. County of Hawaii Statistics tracking building
permits, tourism counts, labor force, gasoline consumption and
tax collections are updated (and distributed upon request) on
a monthly basis. A newspaper clipping file of articles of interest
to, and in support of, departmental activities and of the County
in general, is also maintained and updated on a daily basis.
The MRC provides reference service to County departments,
other governmental agencies, businesses, students, and the general
public. During the 1995 96 fiscal year, informational requests
averaged over 50 per week.
Publications: County of Hawaii Data Book 1995 (the
most comprehensive source of demographic and economic information
about the Big Island).
County of Hawaii Facts & Figures 1995 (printed
jointly with the State Department of Business, Economic Development
and Tourism).
New Industry and Industry Development
HILO FOREIGN TRADE ZONE (HFTZ)
After six years of work on the project, R&D has
completed the Hilo Foreign Trade Zone (HFTZ) project. With assistance
from the Public Works and Planning departments, R&D acquired
funds and land for the building, subdivided the property, and
found an operator and tenant for the zone.
NIC Americas, Inc., HFTZ's first tenant, will manufacture
tabletop incinerators for the disposal of hypodermic needles.
Components for the incinerators will be imported from foreign
sources, assembled in the HFTZ, and exported for sale. By assembling
the incinerator in the HFTZ, NIC Americas, Inc., will avoid duty
payments on the foreign components while creating as many as l25
jobs.
Because all 25 acres adjacent to the HFTZ can be
activated for foreign trade zone use, R&D is now exploring
other uses for the property. Crucial to the further development
of the area is the upgrading of the existing infrastructure. R&D
is exploring means of funding such improvements.
The department assisted with the annual conference
of the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ) which
was held at the Waikoloa Hilton during October 1995. Over two
hundred attendees and their families met for five days to discuss
matters pertinent to foreign trade zones. Retired FTZ 9 administrator,
Homer Maxey, was instrumental in getting the NAFTZ to hold their
conference on the Big Island.
ENTERPRISE ZONES (EZ)
Governor Ben Cayetano's recent approval of the Southern
Kona Enterprise Zone brings the Big Island count to five zones
spread throughout the County. Since l994, R&D has delineated
five areas for Council designation, all of which have been approved
by the State of Hawaii.
Present designations include the Northern Kona Enterprise
Zone, the Southern Kona Enterprise Zone, the Ka'u Enterprise Zone,
the Hilo Puna Enterprise Zone, and the Hamakua Enterprise Zone.
Enterprise zones extend certain tax benefits to companies to encourage
startups or expansion of existing businesses. To date thirteen
companies on the Big Island are enrolled in the program.
HAWAIIAN HERITAGE CORRIDOR
Strong interest in preserving cultural and historical
aspects of the Big Island's plantation heritage has been the driving
force for this program. Recent closings of sugar companies have
contributed to this interest. Since no sugar company will be in
operation on the Big Island, it has become critical to preserve
what is available at this time.
R&D has made grants to assist with projects in
the South Hilo area, in Laupahoehoe, Paauilo, Wailea, and Honokaa.
Residents of these communities have identified projects which
would contribute to the preservation of various aspects of the
plantation era, and benefit residents and visitors in the future.
ASTRONOMY CENTER
The astronomy center conceptualized by Hilo Main
Street, the R&D, and the Lyman Museum is becoming reality.
Under the guidance of Dr. Leon Bruno, the project was designed
for space donated by the museum. Construction is underway to accommodate
the project which should open in January l997.
The purpose of the Astronomy Center will be to educate
the visitor about basic astronomical concepts and astronomy in
Hawaii. The Center will feature exhibits, scale models, and computers
linked to the observatories on Mauna Kea, all set against the
backdrop of a starlit night atop the mountain. Several scale models
of the Mauna Kea observatories (MKO's) will be displayed, one
of which will be an interactive model. Also available at the Center
will be computers linked to the web pages of the MKO's, via the
internet. Web pages will contain current information about the
projects being worked on by the observatories.
KA'U ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
R&D continues to seek means of assisting with
economic development in the Ka'u area. While the main thrust appears
to be in the agricultural use of the vast acreages, other sectors
with potential, such as in tourism, may be explored.
NA LEO 'O HAWAII
Na Leo 'O Hawaii is the non profit organization which
works with the State of Hawaii and cable television companies
to assure public, educational, and governmental access to cable
TV. R&D presently represents the County administration on
the board of directors of NaÿLeo. Na Leo is seeking to establish
an I net system which would link east and west Hawaii by providing
real time visual communication.
FILM INDUSTRY
The Big Island Film Office (BIFO) functions under
the auspices of the Department of Research and Development through
a contract with Ms.ÿMarilyn Killeri. During the past year,
BIFO sought to achieve several objectives which would put the
Big Island on the map as a filming destination.
The film office provided support to local, national,
and international businesses doing film and video production and
to businesses providing support services to the industry. As the
film coordinator, Ms.ÿKilleri set up BIFO to be the resource
office with 24 hour access to filmmakers. In this same regard,
BIFO responded to more than 300 individuals and businesses with
phone calls, photo files and promotional materials. It is estimated
that successful productions contributed $4.2 million to the Big
Island economy during this fiscal year.
Because of heavy competition in marketing locations,
BIFO promoted the Big Island extensively among U.S. and international
film and video producers, and provided support for these producers
when they worked on the Big Island. BIFO created a promotional
package which was sent to all filmmakers requesting information
about the Big Island.
Promotion was increased via a Big Island web site
on the Internet, the creation of a film office logo, the distribution
of a Big Island calendar, and advertisements in KempsÿInternational,
Locations Magazine, and the Media Index, Hawaii State Film and
Video Directory.
The film coordinator also conducted familiarization
tours for Amblin Entertainment, Warner Brothers, and Disney.
Throughout the year, BIFO sought exposure for the
Big Island at various trade shows, festivals, and conferences.
BIFO's participation included the Wheel of Fortune Committee,
the Hawaii International Film Festival, the Sundance Film Festival,
Locations '96 trade show, the Association of Film Commissioners
International Cineposium, and other functions relevant to the
industry.
The film coordinator and R&D continue to market
the Big Island as the location in the world for producing films
and video. As this program evolves, the Big Island will be recognized
for its abundance of resources and its ability to support film
making at any level of production.
NEW INDUSTRY
With continued interest and development of the health
and wellness industry on the Big Island, R&D will do preliminary
work on the potential for this sector of the economy. Of special
interest to R&D is the establishment of private sector retirement
communities adjacent to health centers.
Tourism
The recovery has been slow in this sector of the
economy; however, the outlook is beginning to brighten. The two
major markets for the Big Island, California and Japan, have seen
slight improvement although the share coming to the Big Island
has not regained its full strength. What success this segment
has had is basically due to a cooperative working relationship
between the County R&D department, the Big Island Chapter
of HVB, the Big Island Group and the various destination associations.
We continue to strive for ways to increase our market share, improve
our product and increase our level of visitor satisfaction. The
total funding for this program area in Fiscal Year 1995 96 was
$682,000.
AIR SERVICE
One of the major objectives of the department during the past year was to encourage increased air lift to the Big Island of Hawaii. We reported last year about Canada 3000 who brought charters to the Big Island from December through April of that year. We are pleased to report now that Japan Airlines (JAL) began direct service to the Big Island of Hawaii via Keahole Kona International Airport on June 2, 1996. This represents the first direct international flights to the island. Temporary approval has been given to JAL through October 26, 1996, to fly three 747 aircraft. Because of this interest in the Big Island, three Japan wholesalers have opened offices on the island and the passenger count is steadily increasing. Equally as exciting, United Airlines, who has one direct flight from San Francisco daily to the Big Island, has added a second
daily flight from Los Angeles. The demand for the
Big Island as a visitor destination is definitely increasing.
The County of Hawaii statistics for June 1996 as
compared to June 1995 reflect the impact of these additional flights:
June 1995 June 1996 Variance
Number of westbound visitor arrivals 71,620 75,140
+3,520
Number of Eastbound visitor arrivals 20,470 22,090
+1,620
Hotel/condominium resort occupancy 53.2% 61.5% +8.3%
The Department of Research and Development is continuing
its work with the State, the Big Island Chapter of HVB and other
organizations to maximize the use of our Big Island airports.
This goal affects not only passenger counts but also cargo and
other economic development opportunities on a global scale.
VISITOR SATISFACTION
In addition to programs to attract visitors to the
island, the Department of Research and Development also works
with industry groups to positively impact their level of satisfaction.
One of the most successful programs is the ship greetings that
occur on both sides of the island. The department provides matching
funding for personalized greeting of all ship passengers. Entertainment
is provided as well as information on where to go and what to
do and see while the ships are in port. This sharing of the Aloha
Spirit gives our visitors a taste of the real Hawaii and encourages
them to return. This past year the greetings were also offered
to passengers arriving on the Canadian flights at Keahole Kona
International Airport, Japan Airlines flights, and select direct
United Airlines flights.
ECOTOURISM
The department along with the Big Island Chapter
of HVB and the Hawaii Economic Development Board sponsored an
all day ecotourism conference entitled "The Road Less Traveled."
Issues affecting the development of ecotourism on the island were
discussed and partnerships developed. This conference will act
as a springboard for development of future ecotourism type activities.
TOURISM PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
In an effort to try and develop "new things
to do on the Big Island," R&D applied for State funds
to develop:
A driving tour map of the Kona coffee lands called
the Kona Coffee Cultural Driving Tour. Just released, this gives
the visitor an opportunity to discover how coffee is grown and
processed and purchased the product to take home.
Mountain biking maps have been developed to identify
safe, accessible trails for the resident and visitor alike. These
maps will help to promote the sport and the island to mountain
biking enthusiasts.
Restoration of the Punaluu Petroglyphs There is
a petroglyph area in Punalu'u that was discovered by school children
under a parking lot. This project seeks to restore these petroglyphs
to their original state. This project is being spearheaded by
County Parks and Recreation.
Sampan Bus Funding was secured to purchase another
sampan bus for Hilo. This bus will be used to show both visitors
and residents the unique and historical sites in Hilo.
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
The department continues to support local festivals
and events:
Events and Festivals Funded:
Description of Contract Contractor Amount
Aloha Festivals Aloha Festivals, Hawaii $ 10,000
Island
Hilo Harbor Pier Greetings Destination Hilo 4,550
Kona Pier & Airport Greetings Destination Kona Coast 12,000
Senior Skins Game 1996 HVB, Big Island Chapter 150,000
1996 Mardis Gras Festival Hilo Downtown Improvement 1,000
Association
International Festival of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce 5,000
Pacific & Industry
Wheel of Fortune Big Island Group 100,000
Na Mea Hawaii Program Volcano Art Center 1,270
Hawaiian International Billfish Hawaii International Billfish 5,000
Tournament Association
1996 Merrie Monarch Festival Merrie Monarch Festivals 5,000
A Taste of Kohala Festival Hawaii Island YWCA 2,500
Kona International Brewer's Recycle Hawaii 1,700
Festival
Promotional programs that have been the focus of
the department include:
Description of Contract Contractor Amount
Asia Pacific Promotions Hawaii Visitors Bureau 50,000
Big Island Advertising Program Big Island Group 150,000
Tourism Promotion Hawaii Visitors Bureau 85,000
Update Walking Tour Brochure Hilo Downtown Improvement 5,000
Promotional & Educational Materials Tropical Reforestation and 3,000
Ecosystems Education (TREE)
Paniolo Style Heritage Brochure Hawaii Island Economic 5,000
Development Board
1996 Waimea Calendar Waimea Preservation 2,000
Association
Eco tourism Project TOPIC Inc 1,100