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<br /> SE~'r BY ~ H I EDB <br /> 3- 97 3:-10P69 HI ISL ECO~ DEV BD- 9693291:# 3/ } <br /> "MAHALO, COUNCIL" -RALLY FOR BILL #62 <br /> For three long years, we residents of Hawaii Island have watched <br /> our economic stability and social systems deteriorate with the <br /> passing of the sugar plantations. Now it is time to celebrate <br /> courage, commitment and perseverance as our County Council takes <br /> a forward step in partnership with our agricultural producers, <br /> processors, distributors and community leaders. We thank them for <br /> their sunvort of Bill #62P <br /> All around our island, we're seeing thousands of acres of plantation <br /> lands transformed into diversified agricultural enterprises through <br /> the hard work and dedication of hundreds of entrepreneurs, <br /> experienced farmers and ranchers and displaced sugar workers. <br /> They are learning to grow new and traditional crops and products <br /> for dozens of local and export markets, to create jobs fox their <br /> neighbors, and to ensure their families' security and island life-style. <br /> Thev need a comprehensive~gost harvest treatment fa ility!~ <br /> We are rallying to honor that "can-do" spirit, to thank the County <br /> Council for their vision, and support the Mayor's request for a <br /> public/private partnership post-harvest treatment facility and <br /> passage of Bill #62. Join the Rally!! <br /> LET'S SAY "MAHALO, COUNCIL!!!" <br /> When: 8:00 AM, Wednesday, May 7,1997 <br /> Where: Meet outside Paramount Grill, Kaiko'o Mall, <br /> proceed to County Building Parking Lot, <br /> Mayar's office for Petition presentation and <br /> Council Chambers following the Rally. <br /> Sponsored by: Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce <br /> Hawaii Island Economic Development Board <br /> Hawaii Island Contractors Association <br /> Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry <br /> Hawaii Island Portuguese Chamber <br /> Kanoelehua Industrial Area Association <br /> Hawaii Ag Promotions Association <br /> Hawaii Export Nursery Association <br /> <br />