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From: Pete Wilson
Sent: Wednesday,January 31, 2024 5:51 PM
To: Council Testimony
Subject: Bill 131-24
"Aloha Esteemed Council Members,
We are writing to request the passage of Bill 131-24 without amendments to secure crucial State and
County funding for the Puna Alternate Route Study. This initiative is vital for addressing the rapidly
growing population in Puna and the pressing need for new roadway infrastructure to keep pace with this
expansion. With only Highway 130 serving as the primary access to Puna, the area is experiencing
increasing congestion, particularly during peak hours from 7 am to 10 am and 2 pm to 7 pm. This
congestion poses significant challenges, extending travel times, wasting fuel, impeding emergency vehicle
movement, and hindering the smooth flow of traffic, especially in times of natural emergencies. We kindly
urge the Council to pass Bill 131-24 without amendments to secure the necessary funding for the study
and infrastructure improvements.
If you study then actually do something and get a road built not in ten years not in 5 years but NEXT
YEAR.
Mahalo for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
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Pete Wilson --'"4
13-927 Kahukai Street
Pahoa.HI96778 �.y
808-557-8108
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Comm. No. •53
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Ref. Date E �- 6 2021
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