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Conclusion and Supporting Concerns Regarding Transparency, Sovereignty, and Governance The cumulative evidence presented in this affidavit points to a consistent lack of trans- parency and potential deception by officials of the County of Hawaii. The agreements and partnerships with international organizations, particularly ICLEI's Cities Forward program and the sister-city relationship with Fortaleza, Brazil, appear to align with in- ternational agendas, such as the promotion of SMART Cities. This alignment was not fully disclosed to the public, despite reassurances from officials about the community- driven nature of the General Plan. Furthermore, recent insights provided by international law expert Francis A. Boyle high- light additional concerns. In a public statement, Boyle warns that the "Pact for the Fu- ture"—set to be adopted by heads of state—constitutes a treaty-level agreement with binding legal obligations under the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties. Boyle argues that this pact would bypass formal procedures for amending the UN Charter and consolidate power within the office of the UN Secretary-General, posing a threat to the sovereignty of member states. (reference Exhibit 12 page 8 of appendix) This warning underscores the need for extreme caution in engaging with international initiatives like ICLEI and similar external partnerships, as they may involve commitments to global governance structures that bypass local oversight. It is increasingly clear that partnerships like the one between Hawaii County and Fortaleza may not simply be co- operative exchanges but could potentially embed external policy frameworks within local planning processes without public consent. In light of these developments, it is imperative to seek clarity and accountability re- garding the true scope of these agreements. The concerns raised by Boyle, when viewed alongside the evidence of deception by County officials, suggest that the community has not been adequately informed about the potential impacts of these arrangements. The possibility that SMART Cities-related objectives were deliberately concealed raises serious questions about the legitimacy of the General Plan 2045 and its alignment with the interests of the people of Hawaii County. Given the stakes involved, further actions are essential, including: 1. Formal inquiries into all contracts, agreements, and communications with ICLEI and Fortaleza. 2. Immediate FOIA requests to obtain records related to the Cities Forward program and other relevant partnerships.