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To: James Arakaki and County Council Members <br /> From: Dr Laura Brezinsky <br /> Subject: Gateway Mall Rezoning <br /> Date: 10/10/01 <br /> I remain opposed to the rezoning of land in Kea'au for the purpose of constructing the <br /> "gateway mall" as per my previous testimony. <br /> Reasons: <br /> ? Increased traffic and congestion in the area. <br /> ? Interference with the newly constructed Kea'au by-pass <br /> ? Loss of local character of Kea'au <br /> ? Resulting strip development along Highway 11 <br /> ? Impact on ascetics along the highway that most of our tourists use to travel to <br /> Volcanoes National Park <br /> ? Loss of agricultural land <br /> <br /> Alternative: <br /> ? Renovate Kea'au village in a style consistent with historic values and culture as <br /> previously promised by Shipman. In renovating Kea'au village include local cralfis <br /> and food shops as well as green areas and farmers' market. Such a shopping area <br /> would not only blend in with local culture and improve local life styles, it would also <br /> be an attraction for tourists. <br /> <br />