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From:
whipmkealoha
Sent:
Saturday, October 28, 2023 11:09 AM
To:
Council Testimony
Subject:
Resolution 330-23 / Resolution 333-23
Aloha Council Members:
The purpose for this written testimony is to provide support for Resolution 330-23, regarding the
protection and preservation of all cultural sites, especially our Iwi Kupuna in Kumukahi.
Additionally, I write in support of Resolution 333-23 to increase funding for the Hawai'i Fire
Deparment to proactively mitigate potential impacts of wildfires.
As to Resolution 330-23, the County has met with the DLNR, UH, SHPD, OHA, and all stakeholders
over the course of the past three (3) plus years regarding the same. It is imperative that the State,
UH, and private land owners provide protection and preservation of our Iwi Kupuna in their respective
areas.
Funding for a Preservation Plan needs support from DLNR, OHA, UH, and private land owners to
ensure protection and preservation of our Iwi Kupuna, (and all cultural sites) is realized. Both the
State and OHA receive geothermal royalties, which Puna provides as the host community. These
funds should be utilized to support the protection of our Iwi Kupuna.
Thank you in advance for your kind consideration.
Sincerely,
Ku'ulei Kealoha Cooper, Trustee
James & Miulan Kealoha Estate
Comm. No
Ref. To:
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