Cultural Impact Assessment and Ka Pa’akai Analysis: ‘Ainako Subdivision Housing Project, Punahoa 2, South Hilo, Hawai’i Stantec, on behalf the County of Hawai’i Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD), is conducting a Cultural Impact Assessment and Ka Pa’akai Analysis for the Proposed ‘Ainako Subdivision Housing Project, Punahoa 2, South Hilo, Hawai’i [TMKs: (3) 2-3-030:004, (3) 2-3-030:001 (por.), and (3) 2-3-031:001 (por.)]. OHCD is proposing a workforce housing project on a portion of this property in the ‘Ainako neighborhood. Feasibility of this project is being developed to include a possible 144 units residential units in a mix of single and multifamily homes on approximately 38 acres of land. Stantec seeks to consult with individuals and organizations who possess knowledge regarding: Cultural associations, mo’olelo, or legendary accounts associated with the ahupua’a of Punahoa 2. Family connections to past and present land use or traditional gathering practices within and near the project area. Cultural resources that may be impacted by the proposed project, including traditional resource gathering sites, traditional access trails, wahi pana, and/or burials. Any other cultural concerns related to traditional Hawaiian or other cultural practices within or near the proposed project area. Referrals to other knowledgeable individuals who may be willing to share their cultural knowledge of the proposed project area and surrounding lands. Those interested in participating are invited to contact Benjamin Barna at 808 900-6403 or ben.barna@stantecgs.com. (HTH1514183 5/24, 5/25, 5/26, 5/27, 5/28, 5/29/26)