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From: John White <br /> To: LPCtestimonv <br /> Subject: Bill 121 Testimony: Protecting Essential Home Services from Misclassification <br /> Date: Monday,April 15,2024 6:41:06 AM <br /> Dear members of the Leeward Planning Commission, <br /> As a freelancer who often works from my residence in the peaceful uplands of the Big Island, <br /> my home is my sanctuary. Regular sessions with my personal masseuse and stylist are not just <br /> about luxury; they're about maintaining my professional image and well-being, especially <br /> during these times when digital presence is paramount. The current wording of Bill 121, <br /> unfortunately, does not reflect the everyday nature of these services, and there's a risk that <br /> such essential activities could be misinterpreted as events. My guests sometimes hire these <br /> services as well, as it is typical within residential areas to do so. Please suggest an amendment <br /> to these definitions to ensure that these activities are not categorized as events. <br /> Recently, during a particularly stressful week,my masseuse's visit was a small solace. Yet <br /> under the proposed bill, such therapeutic appointments could be subject to unnecessary <br /> scrutiny. We must redefine 'gathering'to ensure it does not inadvertently include the basic <br /> personal services that play a vital role in our daily lives and economic sustenance. I propose a <br /> specific exemption in the bill for these services to prevent their conflation with larger, <br /> disruptive events. <br /> Yours truly, <br /> John White <br />