HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0083.003 2024-2026From: Kimberly Lin
Sent: Saturday, January 18, 2025 8:40 AM
To: Council Testimony
Subject: Testimony in Support of the 5th Annual Youth Art Month and Kalakaua Park Project -
RES 56-25
Aloha Honorable Members of the Hawaii County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for the East Hawaii Cultural Center's 5th Annual Youth Art
Month Kal,7ikaua Park Project. This initiative provides vital opportunities for youth across East Hawaii
to engage in creative expression and arts education, which are essential to personal growth,
academic achievement, and cultural understanding.
The festival not only enriches the lives of young artists but also revitalizes a historically significant
area in our community. By hosting interactive art installations, performances, and activities, the
project fosters community bonds and showcases the incredible talents of our local youth.
This event is a testament to the East Hawaii Cultural Center's dedication to inclusivity and the arts.
Its success will bring meaningful benefits to Hilo and surrounding communities, enhancing both
cultural appreciation and community engagement.
I respectfully urge the Council to support this impactful initiative by approving the requested funding.
Thank you for your consideration of this important investment in our youth and our community.
Mahalo nui loa,
Kim Lin
EHCC Board Treasurer
Mobile: 808.785.9579
Email: klin(cD-ehcc.org