DHHL outlines due‑diligence, consultant use and conditional transfer steps ahead of vote

Riley walked commissioners through a stepwise transfer framework: identify first‑round properties, open consulting contracts, resolve encumbrances and complete due diligence before closing. He emphasized the use of an existing contract with G70 to perform consulting and technical work so that new procurement is not required.

Riley listed the principal due‑diligence questions: contamination screening for industrial parcels, geotechnical studies for subsurface conditions (lava tubes, unsuitable soils) on larger parcels, and SHPD review to identify any historic or cultural sites that could constrain development. "One of the big questions is ensuring that there is not contamination on the land or something that is so cost prohibitive that it would prevent development," he said. Staff said community outreach will be part of the due‑diligence process and that no acquisition will proceed without satisfactory study results and interagency concurrence.