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3. Consideration of resignations or disciplinary actions if officials are found to have engaged in deliberate deception. This affidavit serves as a formal request for transparency and accountability. If these concerns are not addressed promptly, the integrity of the County's governance will re- main in question, and further public action will be necessary to restore trust. Legal Breaches Violation of Public Trust (Hawaii County Charter, Section 13-10) The Hawaii County Charter mandates that public officers and employees act in a manner that upholds public trust. The failure to disclose significant information re- garding the County's involvement with ICLEI and SMART City projects undermines public trust and violates the principles of transparency. Breach of Hawaii's Sunshine Law (HRS §92-1 et seq.) Hawaii's Sunshine Law requires open access to government processes. The nondis- closure of the ICLEI partnership constitutes a breach of the Sunshine Law's trans- parency requirements. Deceptive Practices in Government Planning (HRS §91-7) Under Hawaii Revised Statutes, deceptive practices during public consultations are prohibited. Denying knowledge of SMART Cities while actively engaging in related international partnerships constitutes a violation of this provision, as it misleads the public about the county's plans. Right of Reply Hawaii County Mayor Mitch Roth and Deputy Head of Hawaii County Research and Development Department Frecia Cevallos are hereby given the opportunity to respond to these claims. If any of the facts presented in this affidavit are incorrect, they are in- vited to provide evidence or information to the contrary within 10 business days from the date of receipt of this affidavit. Failure to respond within this timeframe will result in the assumption that the facts stated herein are correct and will serve as the basis for further action. Demand for Suspension of The General Plan 2045 and full public disclosure: In light of the facts presented, we formally demand that the Office of the Mayor and the Department of Research and Development and The Planning Department an- nounce the suspension of The General Plan as a County Document until comprehen- sive disclosure of all contracts, charters, agreements, financial arrangements, communi-