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From: Kai Malie <br /> To: WPCtestimonv <br /> Subject: Concerns Regarding the impact of Bill 121 <br /> Date: Tuesday,April 2,2024 7:52:14 AM <br /> Chairman Dennis Lin <br /> Windward Planning Commission <br /> County of Hawai'i <br /> 25 Aupuni St. <br /> Unit 1502 <br /> Hilo, HI 96720 <br /> Aloha Chairman Lin, <br /> My name is Rochelle Jensen, and I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the <br /> proposed changes under Bill 121, which directly impact my vacation rental in the Hawaiian <br /> Shores community. As a fully licensed operator under the current directives, I have always <br /> ensured compliance with local regulations, contributing to the local economy by employing <br /> three individuals to manage and maintain the property. <br /> The proposed Bill 121, however,presents significant challenges to my ability to continue <br /> providing these employment opportunities and supporting the local community. The bill's <br /> stringent requirements, such as the affidavit requirement and invasive registration processes, <br /> not only impose undue burdens on operators like myself but also threaten the livelihoods of <br /> those I employ. <br /> In light of these concerns, I respectfully request the Planning Commission to consider the <br /> following recommendations: <br /> Recommend the removal of the affidavit requirement, which places an unnecessary burden on <br /> property owners. <br /> Recommend streamlining the registration process and eliminating invasive requirements, <br /> thereby simplifying compliance for operators. <br /> Recommend removing dangerous signage requirements and protect operators from the public <br /> disclosure of addresses and ownership, ensuring our privacy and safety. <br /> These recommendations aim to address the enforceability, inequity, and human resource <br /> allocation concerns previously expressed by the Planning Commission, while also considering <br /> the transformation of neighborhoods and the lack of data supporting the bill's efficacy. <br /> I believe that with thoughtful amendments, Bill 121 can achieve its objectives without <br /> disproportionately impacting small operators and the local economy. I urge the Planning <br /> Commission to consider the broader implications of this bill on property rights, local <br /> employment, and the community's well-being. <br /> Mahalo for your attention to these matters. <br /> Me ke aloha pumehana, <br /> Rochelle Jensen <br /> 5885 Tower Drive <br />