Under the West Maui Ridge to Reef Initiative, state of Hawaii and federal government officials have agreed to work together to restore the coal reefs along Maui’s western shore. The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers will provide $2.25 million in funding while the state of Hawaii will contribute another $750,000. The Chairman for the Board of Land and Natural Resources, William J. Aila Jr., stated, “The islands and reefs are connected; what we do on land affects the reef. Healthy coral reefs are vital to our island lifestyle, economy and a thriving Native Hawaiian culture.”
Lt. Col. Thomas D. Asbery of the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers added, “Through its support of the West Maui Ridge to Reef Initiative, the corps is continuing its commitment to improving the stewardship and sustainability of Hawaii’s watersheds and nearshore habitats.”
Source: Honolulu Star Advertiser, 9-9-2012, www.staradvertiser.com
Posted by Jeff Uyemura-Reyes, Broker-in-Charge, Realtor®
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Posted by Jeff Uyemura-Reyes, Broker-in-Charge, Realtor®
Global Executive Realty, LLC
www.myhawaiihomesearch.com
www.myhawaiicondo.com
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