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<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Date: November 13. 1998 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> C <br /> P.O. Box 1436 <br /> Honokaa, Hawaii 96727 <br /> <br /> <br /> County Council Finance Committee <br /> Aaron Chung <br /> Chairperson <br /> 25 Aupuni Street <br /> Hilo, Hawaii 96720 <br /> Dear Mr. CHUNG: <br /> <br /> It has come to my attention that there is a question on whether or not to receive Federal money for marijuana <br /> enforcement efforts, including the eradication program. 1 believe that receiving and using this money for our <br /> county is a vital part of fighting drug usage on our island. <br /> This money has help lots of community members learn more about the dangers of marijuana and how it can <br /> effect our lives dearly. I have grandchildren and I would like to see them grow up in a healthy environment. If <br /> we do not accept these moneys, not only will our community hurt because there will be more marijuana on the <br /> streets but also the education to our people on marijuana will decline. <br /> <br /> I know that their are marijuana growers out there that use other people property to grow their supply. How would <br /> you like to own a piece of land and cannot even walk on your property because you're afraid that someone might be <br /> growing marijuana on the property. When it comes down to drugs, people do anything to save what they have <br /> produced. And in Harnakua, you can be sure that more people will be trying to plant marijuana in the eucalyptus <br /> trees that are being grown. <br /> Also, what type of message are we giving to our young people when we don't accept these kinds of Federal money <br /> to help fight the problem of drugs on our island. I know the police department will continue to fight the problems <br /> of marijuana on our island through education and eradication so why not use Federal money to do this. By <br /> accepting these moneys, it is helping our economy as the money is spent here in Hawaii. <br /> I really believe that not accepting these funds will be a big mistake to the island of Hawaii. So please take my <br /> points into consideration. <br /> <br /> <br /> Sincerely. <br /> <br /> r <br /> <br /> Rudy H T <br /> Honokaa Community Member <br /> <br /> <br /> Comm& No. g 9 0A5 <br /> 111e No. <br /> <br /> W. T(" § r <br /> Ref. Date NOV 2 I} qy <br />