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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0241.001 2022-2024 P/ LAAG Res. i41-23 COMM.241 From: carolazakahi Sent: Sunday, April 30, 2023 8:16 AM To: Council Testimony Subject: Please Support Res. 141-23 Aloha members of Hawai'i County Council, Please support Res. 141-23 and consider the easement acquisition re TMK: 7- 6-004:003 w/PONC funds.This Conservation Easement is an important opportunity to preserve our cultural heritage and to ensure this walking path right-of-way is secured. Without an easement, establishing a community pathway and connecting the school to the community center is impossible. FOREVER.There are no alternate routes.This Res. 141-23 is vital to envision the possibilities for our future ability to make a multi-generational impact in our community at large. Without an easement,there is no possibility of establishing a community pathway. FOREVER.There are no alternate routes.This easement would serve and preserve; 1)Acquisition of a conservation easement would include a safe walking path and pedestrian access to public venues and other destinations in Holualoa village;and-Safe Route To School!—this is a vital segment to connect Holualoa School and the Imin Community Center—directly and safely distant from the Mamalahoa Highway. 2)Acquisition of a conservation easement would provide an opportunity for community involvement through recreation, education in"an outdoor classroom,"and social interaction;and-Walking in nature is so healthy and enjoyable! -The route passes through the Holualoa Stream riparian area—and can become a learning/project area for the School and Community! -Fostering community-building opportunities 3)Acquisition of a conservation easement would facilitate the restoration of the historic walls, walk/pathway, and Shikoku Pilgrimage Monument-The Pilgrimage Monument has been repaired—this easement will legally preserve it! -Help preserve and restore the walking path—Maintain access and connections! -Help preserve the historic walls as part of the cultural landscape. [FULL NAME HERE] [ZIP CODE] N E d,,.rrr Comm. No. ��I• I ROE To:. ft 1 Ref:t• te MAY: 2. 2.023.