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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0942.102 2006-2008 Bill 224 Comm. 942.102 Attached are 28 similar letters in support of Bill 224, Comm. 942., which bans smoking of cigarettes or tobacco products, or use of any tobacco products at all County parks and recreational facilities. 1. Jame Azares 2. Charles Chelliah 3. Debra Claypoole 4. Jony Conching 5. R. Erwin 6. Nancy Fleming 7. Marilyn Gagen 8. Olga Geling 9. Michelle Gray IO.Cori Joseph 11.Jerome Kellner 12.Janelle Kubo 13.Kimberly Lucas 14.Lisa Maddock 15.Alan Mogi 16.Kerri Okamura 17.Janice Omori 18.Michael Polzin 19.Faith Rossman 20.Michelle Schiffl 21.Castle Sinicrope 22.Brent Tamamoto 23.Tuis Taumua 24.Emelda Ulangca 25.Nora Usita 26.Rose White 27.Pearl Whittaker 28.Alvin Wong Comm. No. f 10to Ref. To: •ryeew Ref. Date MAR 12 2008 Murashige, Laura From: Jante Azares [azares@hawaii.edu] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 3:32 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely,TANTE AZARES Jante Azares 7161 ania pone - wailua, kauai P.O. Box 2138 Pahl, HI 96766 N O y O l J w Qc) 00 ~i 0 1 Murashige, Laura From: Charles Chelliah [cbonneval@mac.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 2:50 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Please look out for our,your constituents' health and welfare over corporate greed! Sincerely, Charles Chelliah 47-417 C Kapehe Street Kaneohe, HI 96744 N 808-239-4905 0 ~ O -r Fr a S = GO fl 1 Murashige, Laura From: Debra Claypoole [DCLAYPOOLE@HHSC.ORG] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 12:00 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawaii County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Debra Claypoole 25 Apuhihi Lane #16H Kihei, HI 96753 874-7016 ha 0 vn ~ L' 'r'. c~ ; 1 Murashige, Laura From: Jony Conching (conching@hawaii.usta.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 1:09 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Jony Conching 1500 S. Beretania Street #300 HONOLULU, HI 96826 c ao C ki, O~ r r- ,I O 1 Murashige, Laura From: R Ervin [rlerwin@hawaii.rr.com] Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2008 3:29 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, R Erwin PO Box 6302 Kahului, HI 96732 N O O 3 C' kt I =0 C~o { N 1 Murashige, Laura From: Nancy fleeting [flemingn001@hawaii.rr.com] Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2008 10:47 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 I was born and raised in Hawaii as were my parents, grandparents and greatgrantparents and my children. Please keep Hawaii beaches beautiful and free of tobacco. Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. In fact my entire family and neighborhood support this bill I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Nancy fleming 5496 Poola Str. Hnl, HI 96821 8083778515 t7 C4R. fln 3 o '"7? f i` C, _ o Murashige, Laura From: Marilyn Gagen [mgagen@gmail.comj Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 12:56 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. Both residents and visitors use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All of our children, families, and visitors deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all of our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Marilyn Gagen 41-926 Laumilo Street Waimanalo, HI 96795 c 0 (808)543-0791 ~ 3 = ' O it O CO 1 Murashige, Laura From: Olga Geling [geling@hawaii.edu] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 12:31 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in STRONG SUPPORT of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to WHOLEHEARTEDLY support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly. Unfortunately, tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts, are all over the place. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth, not to mention the environment. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, ler?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Olga Geling, Honolulu Olga Geling 1960 East-West Road Bio-Med D-104 Honolulu, HI 96822 956-0929 cNcc ccu 0 (DO co 1 Murashige, Laura From: Michelle Gray [mmg2b@msn.com] Sent: Monday, March 10, 2008 11:56 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Michelle Gray 346 Manono Street Kailua, HI 96734 °o 7 m i ~ n ~ 0 _ -fl :v C-D I Murashige, Laura From: Cori Joseph [cjoseph@hcf-hawaii.org] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 11:51 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Cori Joseph 1164 Bishop Street, Ste. 800 Honolulu, HI 96813 N O C: DID Y O !-ti -b T 1 ~ 3 1 Murashige, Laura From: Jerome Kellner Uerome.kellner@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 2:38 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Jerome Kellner 619 Komo Chia Street Wailuku, HI 96793 g m a7 O~ z FT7 c r'a Murashige, Laura From: Janelle Kubo Uaneltk@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 11:54 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Janelle Kubo 2860 Waialae Ave. Apt. 114 Honolulu, HI 96826 8087359308 QQv OC-y 3 a r r- 1 Murashige, Laura From: Kim Lucas [kim@poipubeach.org] Sent: Monday, March 10, 2008 12:04 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. Ali our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Kimberly Lucas Kim Lucas PO Box 730 Koloa, HI 96756 v 0 0 c O 3 a O r-.. V r7 N 1 Murashige, Laura From: Lisa Maddock [biedy143@hawaii.rr.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 1:38 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Lisa Maddock 120 Kaeleloi P1. Honolulu, HI 96821 c ? co O 1 Murashige, Laura From: Alan Mogi [alanm@crch.hawaii.edu] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 11:49 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us ~flfl 10 [?jfl $ ~9 Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 40 Hawai?i County Council COUNTY i~J~--1'ylfJ"{II Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Alan Mogi 1236 Lauhala St Honolulu, HI 96813 1 Murashige, Laura From: Kern Okamura [kerri.okamura@hawaiiantel.net] Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2008 7:15 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Kerri Okamura 344 Kipuni Street Hilo, HI 96720 v 4 d m O~ s Co r- - - N O 1 Murashige, Laura From: Janice Omori [omorij003@hawaii.rr.com1 Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2008 3:50 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamaii?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches ,more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Janice Omori 94-371 Punono Street Mililani, HI 96789 v 0 0 o n t "-T' O Co N 1 Murashige, Laura From: Michael Polzin [mpolzin@maunakearesort.net] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 11:50 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawaii. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially " hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Michael Polzin 62-100 Kauna'oa Drive 64-5228 Ironwood Lane Kohala Coast, HI 96743 w g 7 m o co CO 1 Murashige, Laura From: Faith Rossman [alfaith@hawaii.rr.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 1:09 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth or step on still smoldering butts and suffer burns. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Clinical Process Specialist Faith Rossman Clinical Process Specialist 73-1176 Kahuna Ao Road Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 322-4572 N O b CO C 10 Q M: ' rv CD 1 Murashige, Laura From: Michelle Schiffl [freud@hawaii.rr.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 7:05 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawaii. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Michelle Schiffl 1020 Aoloa P1. 4204A Kailua, HI 96734 8082611877 e t'7 ~ Z' o r1"~ r 3 Lf"'1 ri ~ 3• O 1 Murashige, Laura From: Castle Sinicrope [castles@hawaii.edu] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 11:48 AM ED- ED To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 2008 MRR 10 P,~I 8 19 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearinf,"O W1f1 i'2;''~0't~9A!' Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawaii County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawaii. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Castle Sinicrope 1510A Magazine St Hololulu, HI 96822 1 Murashige, Laura From: Brent Tamamoto [btamamoto@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, March 10, 2008 12:19 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Brent Tamamoto 1050 Lunalilo St., #504 Honolulu, HI 96822 m ` O F+ i W 1 Murashige, Laura From: Tuis Taumua [ttaumua@wcchc.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 3:10 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Tusi Taumua Tuis Taumua P.O.Box 1038 87-609 Manuu St. Waianae, HI 96792 Z5 c') wo ~n 3 Z7 _ 0 r.7.^ O 1 Murashige, Laura From: Emelda Ulangca [iulangca@kkv.net] Sent: Monday, March 10, 2008 11:52 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, LPN/Case Manager Emelda Olangca LPN/Case Manager 2239 N. School St. o Honolulu, HI 96819 C% 7 • ~ Oh Ct] 70 rj- 73 ~t I Murashige, Laura From: nora usita [nursnora@hawaii.rr.comj Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2008 8:53 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, nora usita 170 aikane circle hilo, HI 96720 29 0 b~ Z Z~_~ r kj; = co N r 1 Murashige, Laura From: Rose White [konarose@juno.com] Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 10:43 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Rose White Tobacco Cessation Facilitator Rose White Tobacco Cessation Facilitator 75-6009 Alii Drive Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 8083297770 0 C7 °O 3 O C) N ` O 1 Murashige, Laura From: Pearl Whittaker [bpwhitt@aol.com] Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2008 5:41 PM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawai'i. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. I visit the Big Island parks each year and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Pearl Whittaker 555 Kiholo St. Honolulu, HI 96821 ro w m l) 00 C:b p y" CO J N 1 Murashige, Laura From: Alvin Wong [anwprods@hotmail.com] Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2008 12:56 AM To: counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us Subject: TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILL 224 Hawai?i County Council Relating To Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Places Council hearing: March 12, 2008 Last month, I offered testimony in strong support of Bill 224, which would prohibit using tobacco products at all Hawai'i County parks and beaches. I continue to support this effort. I?m sure that everyone knows, smoking is hazardous to our health. Two years ago our State passed a smoke-free law covering all workplaces in Hawaii. However, smoking is still permitted in nearly all parks and beach parks within the State, including the Big Island. Our kamali?i continue to be exposed to the hazards of secondhand smoke. My family and I use Big Island parks regularly and it is hard not to notice the amount of tobacco litter, mostly cigarettes butts. It is unsightly, unclean and potentially hazardous to very small children who pick up the butts and put them into their mouth. All our children and families deserve a clean and healthy place to enjoy outdoor activities. I again strongly urge the Council to vote yes to pass Bill 224 in its current form. It is the responsibility of local governments to protect the health and well being of its citizens. Last year, Kahalu?u Beach Park in Kona went smoke free, let?s do the same for the rest of the Island. Passing Bill 224, will make visiting all our parks and beaches more enjoyable. I know my family will appreciate it, as will the thousands of visitors who come to our Island each year. Sincerely, Director/Producer Alvin Wong Director/Producer 1163 Hooli Circle Pearl City, HI 96782 456-2189 O 0 cc~ 0 co N - O 1