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From: Stephanie Evans-Wondra ;
Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 12:01 PM Cr
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.
Stephanie Evans-Wondra
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