Capt. Elster pointed out that DOD would approach the matter on a humanitarian basis if it could be shown that there was radiation danger on Bikini Island. On such a basis, DOD could act at once but ERDA conclusions are that this danger does not exist. DOTA Zeder commented on the long-range strategic interests for the knowledge which would come from such an aerial survey, as well as immediate need for Bikini Atoll. He stated that DOI gives the matter high priority. Report by Distad DeBrum on Meeting with People on Kili island Distad DeBrum requested Mr. Earl Gilmore, Holmes and Narver, who serves as consultant to the Distad for Bikini program, to report on the Bikini Master Plan. Mr. Gilmore explained why the "Master Plan" for Bikini did not come into being until close to 4 years after start of construction. The Master Plan utilized both Bikini Island and Eneu Island, although 63 of the original complement of 78 houses were planned for Bikini Island. He noted that Eneu Island could take care of all the population (some 700) at the present time, but long-range needs wouid require use of other islands. . Only 78 houses are funded in the present proposal although the Master Plan notes that, if the desire of the people of Bikini would be met some 150 houses were. projected. This would provide for, future population requirements. Distad DeBrum then briefly described the visit week of September. He explained to the people survey had recommended use of houses on Bikini specific restrictions, i.e., no consumption of to Kili the first that the new Island under lecalily grown food from the Island, also no more houses to be built on Bikini Island. _In his estimation, the people of Kili now are split into two groups. A group made up of individuals who were born on Bikini (perhaps 150-200) want to go back before December. A younger group have expressed a desire to stay on Kili in view of the new circumstances. This raises the question of whether the new houses for this group could be built on Kili Island. t - vo “ys ae et rT ye ay “4 . as Bi . Re+03 oe, Tn re entre Hews oe The older group, who wish to return, ask that the Government assure them that radiation factors on Bikini Island will not cause ill health. If it is held that Bikini Island is not habitable, then this older group wishes to resettle on Eneu Island. Distad DeBrum pointed out that there was mixed feelings because of the restric.tions which had been recommended.