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Supporting Successful Community Projects that Benefit North Kohala
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April 24, 2024
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Vice President
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Beth Bohn
Dear Members of the Hawaii County Council,
Secretary
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I ant writing to you today on behalf of the North Kohala Community Resource Center, a
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non-profit organization with 22 years of dedicated service to projects in the North Kohala
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community. As the executive director and a native son of Kohala, I urge you to support
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the allocation of funds for the Kamehameha Day Celebration in Kohala.
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Jay Vega
Kohala holds a special place in our hearts as the birthplace of King Kamehameha.
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Preserving and continuing the tradition of celebrating this historic holiday is of utmost
importance to our community. The funds you provide will be instrumental in ensuring
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that this cherished tradition remains vibrant and impactf il.
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Kenneth Matsuda
Growing up in Kohala, I have always felt a profound sense of pride in our heritage and
the legacy of our great king. It is crucial that we pass on this pride and knowledge to the
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next generation. By supporting the Kamehameha Day Celebration, we inspire our
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children and unite families in our beloved community, reinforcing the importance of our
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shared history and culture.
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Iani Bowman
Christopher Brown
I strongly encourage you to approve the necessary fiends for the Kamehameha Day
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Celebration in Kohala. Your support will not only honor our past but also enrich the lives
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of current and future generations in our community.
David Gomes
Chris Helmuth
Bob Martin
Mahalo for your consideration and commitment to preserving the traditions that make
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Kohala unique. Don't hesitate to contact me at leelen@northkohala,org if you have
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questions or require further information.
Amy Nteye€-Sullivan
Nani Svendsen
Kim Takata
Sincerely,
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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DIRECTOR OF
OPERATIONS
Michelle Kawai
Leelen Park
PROJECT
COORDINATOR
Executive Director
Annalene Williams
North Kol3ala Community Resource Centel-
KOHALA RESILIENCE
HUB COORDINATOR
Kathy Matsuda
KOHALA RESILIENCE
HUB ASSISTANT
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55-3393 Akoni Pule Hwy-- P. O. Box 519, Hawl, Hawaii 96719 �@f ��7tB 'MAY
Phone: 808-889.5523 ,- Pax: 808 889.5527 -- www.northkohila.org -- FMAI: infG@northkohala.or 9Y�f� 1
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