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Jan.1,2022 to Dec.31,2025 Bill 108 Draft 2 t,,J " .:-'2
Relating to Sustainability, Climate, Equity, and Resilience I!V =-``•
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Robert Cavaco
VICE PRESIDENT I am writing in support of Bill 108 D2, as it will benefit all Hawaii County residents,
Stephen Keogh from kupuna to keiki, by ensuring access to safe, compassionate services and
SECRETARY resources to live and thrive. These revisions align with the County's commitment
Kennison Nagahisa to sustainability, climate action, equity, and resilience. They will help equitably
TREASURER coordinate policies and programs, using a trauma-informed approach to support
Derek Pa our underserved and vulnerable populations who struggle daily to afford stability
DIRECTORS AT LARGE and security.
Mark Arnold
Shawn Cavaco
Carmel"Mel"Hurley [BACKGROUND INFO: Trauma-informed care is an approach that recognizes
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HONOLULU CHAPTER CHAIR growing knowledge of the impact and prevalence of psychological trauma in our
Nicholas Schlapak community. It seeks to integrate trauma awareness into our programs, policies,
and procedures to provide a safe and engaging milieu for the well-being of clients,
HJameI "Kann"CHAPTER CHAIR visitors, staff, and volunteers.
James"Kana"Correa
KAUA'I CHAPTER CHAIR
Bobby Thompson Trauma can stem from various sources,such as experiencing or observing a family
member with a disability (mental health, substance use, etc.), abuse (verbal,
MAUI CHAPTER CHAIR Nicholas Krau sexual, emotional), neglect, violence, poverty, or systemic cultural/historical
discrimination. These experiences can have long-lasting effects on a person's
physical, mental, and spiritual health, resulting in significant social and economic
costs if not appropriately addressed and treated. Increased spending across
multiple jurisdictions and programs is estimated at approximately $200,000 per
Main Office&Honolulu Chapter person in lifetime costs.]
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These amendments enhance the QSCER`s mission to make it more efficient and
Fax:(608)841 4818 sustainable for everyone who lives, works, and plays in the County of Hawaii. It
Ha aKInooha terO,Room B will also reinforce the County's commitment to creating a"trauma-informed county"
68Hilo,Hawaii 96720 to service its residents better and improve community health and wellness
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Fax:(808)934-8210 9y urge outcomes. I strongly a the Council to consider and support this bill.
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Maul Chapter Office
1887 Wili Pa Loop,Suite#2 Thank you for the opportunity to provide testimony in support of Bill 108 D2.
Wailuku,Hawaii 96793
Ph: (808)242-6129
Fax:(808)242-9519 Respectfully,
Kaua'I Chapter Office
3176 Oihana Street,Suite 104,Lihue
Mailing Address:
P.O.Box 1708 6246ft47 ,
Lihue,Hawaii 96766
Ph: (808)246-8911 ROBERT CAVACO
President IA
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