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<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> ~?v~o <br /> October 5, 1998 .1 2'31 <br /> , mow, gar ,gz_ <br /> '~.11:~n4t Qauncll , <br /> Honorable James Arakaki, Chairman <br /> & Council Members <br /> Hawaii County Council <br /> <br /> Hilo, Hawaii 96720 <br /> <br /> Dear Chairman Arakaki & Council Members: <br /> <br /> The Hilo Downtown Improvement Association (DIA) appreciates this <br /> opportunity to present testimony regarding Bill 287, draft 2, relating to the <br /> prohibition of coasters, roller skates, roller blades, skateboards and similar <br /> devices in the Downtown area. The DIA supports this bill as it will help to <br /> ensure the safety of those who utilize the streets, sidewalks and park areas in <br /> Downtown Hilo. <br /> <br /> <br /> The DIA has strong concerns about the current unsafe mix of pedestrians and <br /> individuals riding skateboards and other similar devices. Sidewalks were <br /> constructed with the intent to direct pedestrians away from vehicular traffic. <br /> They were not intended for use by devices utilizing wheels. The two activities <br /> do not mix well. There have been far too many near accidents between <br /> pedestrians exiting buildings and high speed skateboarders and roller blades. <br /> <br /> Our youth and those adults who enjoy riding skateboards and roller blades <br /> <br /> should be assured that the DIA fully supports the designation and continued <br /> maintenance of specific locations set aside for such activities. The DIA urges <br /> the County to move forward in an expeditious manner to address these <br /> recreational needs. <br /> <br /> Again, the DIA supports Bill 287, draft 2 and urges this body to approve it on <br /> first reading. <br /> <br /> Sincerely, <br /> <br /> Y,l ir_/6 Z~"~L <br /> <br /> Roxanne L. Aburamen <br /> <br /> <br /> woam. ho. 96 . o <br /> <br /> Pile Ne.4Cc,.4ra- <br /> ldi ftPresented co V u ~ i" <br /> <br /> R.fG 1?,~1 ~=-'7 199® <br />