Sunday, March 23, 2008

Malama Mana`e

Molokai Coastal concerns to be heard by DLNR.

Friday 3-21-08

By Brandon Roberts

Current coastal developments have Molokai residents concerned about the future of Mana`e (East End) wetlands. Malama Pono O Ka `Aina (MPOKA) is bringing attention to indiscriminate developments in the area, by hosting a series of community meetings.

“We want to help people know how to live in these places,” said Linda Place, President of MPOKA, a conservation group dedicated to preserving the culture and importance of Mana`e wetlands. “We all need to protect the environment.”

MPOKA is gaining ground with Maui County. After last months meeting with Rep. Mele Carroll and Department of Land and Natural Resources branch chief Randy Awo, MPOKA will give a wetlands preservation presentation to...

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