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From: Kyra Chun <br /> To: WPCtestimony;Council Remote Testimony <br /> Subject: Testimony in Opposition of Black Sand Beach LLC <br /> Date: Tuesday, March 5,2024 3:55:42 PM <br /> Aloha... <br /> My name is Kyra Chun and I was born and raised in Pahala, Hawaii. Punalu'u was/is the <br /> home to many generations of family on my mother's side. My two grandfathers were <br /> respected fishermen of that bay and both of my grandmother's made/make a living through the <br /> lei stand located there. <br /> I am writing to voice the opposition of granting approval for Black Sand Beach LLC's request <br /> for a special management area permit. <br /> I strongly believe their plan of action will not benefit the current residents at this time. <br /> Problems within the area,whether created during the time of previous land owners or not, <br /> have not been addressed/resolved yet by the current owners. Safety for the area, <br /> residents/visitors has not been a priority. <br /> Punalu'u is widely known for being a nesting ground and daily habitat for the <br /> ENDANGERED Green Sea Turtle. I demand a new Environmental Impact Study be done to <br /> protect this area from unnecessary development. We're already losing the battle of the <br /> Rhinoceros Beetle devastating our palm trees. <br /> Like other areas (Waikoloa, Four Seasons, etc) in Hawaii, I do see the benefits of development <br /> (job opportunities, etc), however I strongly believe that those benefits for the people of Ka'u <br /> will NOT come with doing business with Black Sand Beach LLC. <br /> Mahalo for your time and consideration. <br /> Kyra Chun <br /> Executive Secretary I Aloha Section PGA&Foundation <br /> 615 Pi'ikoi Street, Suite 1812 1 Honolulu,Hawai'i 196814 <br /> Website: asnaa.com I Email:kchun(&_12gahq.com <br /> ❑■ <br />