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Demetrius K. Oliveira <br /> PO BOX 511 <br /> Pahala, HI 96777 <br /> (808)345-3927 <br /> dkeauokalaniC@gmail.com <br /> 28th February, 2024 <br /> Windward Planning Commission <br /> WPCtestimony@hawaiicounty.gov <br /> Zendo Kern <br /> zendo.Kern@hawaiicounty.gov <br /> Alex Roy <br /> alex.Roy@hawaiicounty.gov <br /> Dear Members of the Windward Planning Commission, <br /> As a lifelong resident born and raised in Pahala, Ka'u HI, I am writing to express my <br /> earnest support for the proposed development plans put forth by Black Sand Beach LLC. <br /> I firmly believe that this project holds the potential to rejuvenate Ka'u, offering invaluable <br /> opportunities for its residents and fostering much-needed employment. <br /> Ka'u has persistently grappled with economic challenges, characterized by limited job <br /> prospects that force many to endure extensive commutes. The envisioned resort <br /> development serves as a beacon of hope, promising substantial job creation and <br /> economic revitalization. Beyond immediate employment benefits, it pledges to pave a <br /> brighter path for younger generations, enabling them to flourish in their hometown. <br /> Recognizing the delicate balance between economic advancement and cultural <br /> preservation, I am gratified to attest to Eva Liu and her team's unwavering dedication to <br /> both causes. Their genuine reverence for the historical and culturally significant sites of <br /> Punalu'u exemplifies commendable stewardship, a rarity in past land development <br /> endeavors. <br /> Furthermore, their exceptional receptiveness to community feedback demonstrated <br /> through meticulous plan adjustments, merits acknowledgment. <br />