KTA looking to place a new market at Auli`i Dr.

[kimo wires]

I have to say that I have altered my opinion somewhat.
After sitting in on Orchidland's association general
meeting on the 30th.

Some valid points with concerns
about the placement of the store not fitting into the
PCDP.

Traffic concerns. Impact on Orchidland roads.
Lots of people against the current proposed location.

I can see the Developer's side though. There's not
enough room for the store location anywhere else in
the area. And The cost bringing in the plumbing main
pipe is prohibitive anywhere else. And If the developer
can't get the traffic light there the whole project will
be abandoned. Lots of issues must be addressed if this
is going to be a reality. The developer will have to
bring a lot of incentive to the community if this is
ever to happen. Like including upgrading the roads surrounding
the area in Orchidland subdivision and maybe even a
contribution to the development of a community center for the
subdivision. The developer seemes dissapointed with the
reception they received. How can you blame them. They have
done a ton of research and work to bring this proposal to
the community. I just don't feel like they even got enough
time at the meeting to present all the information that
they wanted to. If we are ever to have a decent grocery
store close by we need to make some concessions too.