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<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> TESTIMONY REGARDING BILL 308-06 <br /> <br /> Before the Hawaii County Planning Committee <br /> July 18, 2006 <br /> <br /> Mr. Chairman and Committee members, good afternoon and aloha. I'm here to voice my <br /> personal support for Bill 308, which would place the issue of whether we should have <br /> two Planning Commissions, one for the East side and one for the West side, on the ballot <br /> this November. <br /> <br /> There have been many pros and cons voiced, some with merit and others without, but I'll <br /> not argue the wisdom, or lack thereof, of having two Planning Commissions today. That <br /> issue is, after all, for the people, not you, to decide. And that is the essence of our <br /> democracy. <br /> <br /> Those of you who may choose to vote against this resolution will have, in effect, decided <br /> the issue yourself and prevented the people from voicing their views. Have you so little <br /> faith in our ability to make an intelligent decision? If so, admit it and vote no. But if you, <br /> like me, believe that the voters of this island have the ability to evaluate the pros and cons <br /> and make an intelligent, reasoned decision, you must vote yes and allow them that <br /> opportunity. <br /> <br /> Thanbk you. I'll be happy to answer any questions. <br /> <br /> Joel E. Gimpel <br /> 73-4686 Hina Lani Street <br /> Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 <br />