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0 <br /> DECEMBER 21, 1998 <br /> Kili Matsui, S.W. <br /> PO Box 590 <br /> Naalehu, HI 96772 <br /> County Council <br /> County of Hawaii <br /> 25 Aupuni Street <br /> Hilo, HI 96720 <br /> Dear Council Member, <br /> This letter is in regards to the marijuana eradication hearings coming up before your <br /> council. <br /> I support the marijuana eradication program. Marijuana is unhealthy for the youth and <br /> could lead to other more serious types of drug use. <br /> I have seen marijuana being used in public by adults and youths. Please continue drug <br /> education. I also want more alternatives for the youth so we can keep them away from <br /> temptation. I want my children to grow up in an environment as free as possible from the <br /> influences of marijuana. <br /> A reduction in marijuana will lead to a reduction in violence. Marijuana patches are a <br /> danger to hikers, hunters, plant gatherers, and neighbors of growing areas who may <br /> stumble across the patches and growers. <br /> I want funding to enhance substance abuse treatment centers. I think in jail therapy <br /> programs for prisoners would help them to develop coping skills and insights into their <br /> drug abuse. <br /> Because of safety issues, there should be no aerial spraying of herbicides. Helicopters <br /> should maintain a minimum distance from residences, to reduce resident concerns of <br /> physical safety and peace of mind. <br /> The ethical and moral aspects of life should have been part of the socialization process, <br /> dealt with in the family unit. With the lacking in the family unit, how can the code of <br /> ethics and standards of morality be presented to the young people? A solution to this <br /> question may help in improving the quality of life for all. <br /> Thank you for your consideration. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> ` iioca4 t �u�w aC -rte 7 %�i <br />