COMM. 48.28 from B. Mosher re Hamakua

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Council members: I am a resident of Paauilo Mauka and oppose redistricting that would both separate Honokaa et al from the rest of the coastline, and diminish the voice of the many local people found therein. I believe we (existing Hamakua district) see ourselves as connected to eachother - and to some extent to Hilo (but it is too urban for some here). The rest of the island is a fine place, but it's not 'our Hamakua.' Gerrymandering as proposal "A" would continue to marginalize this important and already underspoken voice. As it is now - it already takes a long time to absorb & begin to understand 'the Hawaiian way." The shift in population to more and more domestic imports (myself among them) is already overpowering a mindset that isn't found elsewhere. If that voice is lost, it won't come back - ever. With respect & appreciation for your work- Bruce Mosher PO 471 Paauilo 96776 345 -8143 COMM. 48.28