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.- i OF it , Roy Takemoto <br /> .Q•+ 7'' Managing Director <br /> Harry Kim • •i 4l, „ , :• <br /> Mayor ...-.1,-'' _ <br /> r•:; N;.**.i Barbara J. Kossow <br /> . ?t ci•%4 Deputy Managing Director <br /> County of Hawai`i <br /> Office of the Mayor <br /> 25 Aupuni Street,Suite 2603 • Hilo, Hawaii 96720 • (808)961-8211 • Fax(808)961-6553 <br /> KONA: 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Hwy., Bldg C • Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 <br /> (808)323-4444 • Fax(808)323-4440 <br /> January 27, 2020 <br /> Senator Mike Gabbard, Chair <br /> Senator Russell E. Ruderman, Vice Chair <br /> Committee on Agriculture and Environment <br /> Dear Chair Gabbard, Vice Chair Ruderman, and Committee Members: <br /> RE: SB 2713, Relating to Biosecurity <br /> Thank you for this opportunity to testify in support of SB 2713. <br /> Two or more years ago, the Council of Mayors identified invasive species as a <br /> top-priority issue that deserves your attention. Our best efforts at the County level are <br /> often inadequate to protect our islands from harmful pests, and limited resources make <br /> it imperative that we work together with you in pursuing solutions to what often seem <br /> intractable problems. <br /> Creating a well-funded, rapid response mechanism to deal with invasives seems <br /> like an excellent way to attack infestations as they are identified. Prompt action will <br /> almost always have the best chance for success. <br /> I hope you will approve SB 2713. <br /> spectfully Submitted, <br /> X-"/. ..'1/4: <br /> Harry"Kim <br /> MAYOR <br /> County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. <br />