HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0969.005 2018-2020 From: Sugandha Pomaski
Sent: Tuesday, July 07, 2020 11:36 AM COUNTY
CLERK
To: Council Testimony COUNTY OF HAWAIII
Subject: Resolution 665/666-20 RECEIVED
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I am sending this message to share my feelings as a business owner in Hilo.
My husband and I own and operate a small restaurant in downtown Hilo. We shut our doors mid March through mid
April, while we figured out how to change our business model and menu from a dine-in establishment, to a take away
format. Since April when we reopened, it's been a struggle to make the profits needed to operate the restaurant and
keep our doors open.
Receiving the PPP has helped take a little of the pressure off, but my worry and concern is that this COVID situation
is going to be ongoing for the foreseeable future, and without further financial help, especially in the form of a grant,
I`m frightened that many of us won't make it through.
I hope that you consider my thoughts and that help goes out to the businesses this town that so desperately need
assistance.
Sincerely,
Soni Pomaski
Owner-Operator
MOON &t TURTLE
51 Kalakaua St.
(808) 961-0599
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