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Our second concern deals with preserving the natural and cultural heritage of Kukuihaele and Waipi' o, two culturally significant wahi pans or sacred places. Presently the beauty and true value of this area lies in its rural character, something that is threatened once commercialization takes place. The major concern here is nat one individual peddling his goods, but the fact that until restrictions are imposed other vendors will soon follow and our area will look like some of the once beautiful places on Oahu naw overrun with peddlers. No one in the Kukuihaele community will directly benefit from these vendors, however, many of us will feel the negative effects of their activities. Many of our neighbors, especially those living right at the Waipi' o Lookout feel the same way we do. However their cultural tradition of confrontation avoidance as well as their strong affiliation orientation inhibits them from publicly voicing their opinion, but personal conversations verify that the majariry of people frequenting the lookout on a regular basis do not approve of commercialization of this very special area. For the above reasons, we feel that it is imperative that the Old Honoka'a- Waipi' oRoad, from its Northern End of State Highway (FAS 240) on the Waipi'o Valley side of Kukuihaele to the Waipi'o Valley Lookout be included in the places protected from peddling in Ordinance Chapter 22, Article 1, Division 7, Section 22-31. By not allowing commercial activities within this area, we the residents of this area along with our children and those that come to visit, will be able to enjoy the unspoiled beauty of Kukuihaele and Waipi' o Valley lookout, much like out ancestors did for many generations. Mahalo f/o~r your kbkua. Ka 'ohana o Kahakalau