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From: Nancy Sakamoto
Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 4:39 PM
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.
Eddie and Nancy Sakamoto
77-361 Nohealani St
Kailua Kona,H1
96740
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