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o010.Cif....w• Roy Takemoto <br /> ,• 7, Managing Director <br /> Harry Kim +: � • ft <br /> Mayor <br /> Barbara J. Kossow <br /> �T�cc:Nrv► Deputy.Managing Director <br /> County of Hawaii <br /> Office of the Mayor <br /> 25 Aupuni Street, Suite 2603 • Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 • (808)961-8211 • Fax(808)961-6553 <br /> KONA: 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Hwy., Bldg C • Kailua-Kona, Hawai'i 96740 <br /> (808)323-4444 • Fax(808)323-4440 <br /> January 27, 2020 <br /> Representative Richard P. Creagan, Chair <br /> Representative Lynn DeCoite, Vice Chair <br /> Committee on Agriculture <br /> Dear Chair Creagan, Vice Chair DeCoite, and Committee Members: <br /> RE: HB 1770, Relating to Invasive Species <br /> Thank you for this opportunity to testify in support of HB 1770. <br /> Two years ago, the Council of Mayors identified invasive species as a top-priority <br /> issue that deserves your attention. Even our best efforts are often inadequate to protect <br /> our islands from harmful pests, and limited resources make it imperative that we work <br /> together in pursuing solutions to what often seem 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 HB 1770. <br /> Respectfully Submitted, <br /> Harr <br /> MAYOR <br /> County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. <br />