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From: Tracey Apoliona
Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 8:06 PM
To: Council Testimony; Inaba, Holeka; Onishi, Dennis; Kimball, Heather; Kagiwada, Jennifer;
Kierkiewicz, Ashley; Galimba, Michelle M.;Villegas, Rebecca; Kanealii-Kleinfelder, Matt;
Hustace,James
Subject: Testimony in Support of Kawehi Inaba
Tracey Apoliona117,
Managing Partner "'
Hawaii Island Catering Company LLC
PO Box 1375
Kailua Kona, HI 96740 Y.
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Tracey@hiccllc.com
March 30, 2025 __
County of Hawaii County Council Members
counciltestimony@hawaiicounty.gov
holeka.inaba@hawaiicounty.gov
dennis.onishina hawaiicounty.gov
heather.kimball@hawaiicounty.gov
jennifer.kagiwada(a�hawaiicounty.gov
ashley.kierkiewicz@hawaiicounty.gov
michelle.galimba(c�hawaiicounty.gov
rebecca.villegas(a hawaiicounty.gov
matt.kanealii-kleinfelder@hawaiicounty.gov
james.hustace(cr�hawaiicounty.gov
RE: Comm. 200: Nomination of Rebecca Kawehi Inaba to the Leeward Planning Commission
Aloha County Council Members,
My name is Tracey Apoliona, owner of Hawaii Island Catering Company, and I am proud to submit
this letter in full support of Kawehi Inaba's nomination to the Leeward Planning Commission.
As a fellow business owner and community member, I've had the privilege of working alongside
Kawehi over the years and have consistently admired her ability to lead with both intention and
compassion. She brings a rare combination of strategic thinking and deep cultural grounding that
makes her an exceptional leader—not only in her professional roles but in every space she holds
within our community.
Kawehi's presence is collaborative, thoughtful, and steady. She approaches challenges with humility
and resolve, always seeking out perspectives that may otherwise go unheard. I've seen firsthand how
she builds bridges, encourages dialogue, and stays focused on outcomes that benefit our island as a
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As a business owner rooted in West Hawaii, I value leaders who understand the delicate balance
between progress and preservation. Kawehi gets that balance. She understands the nuances of land
use, economic development, and cultural responsibility in a way that's both practical and visionary.
It's an honor to call her a colleague and friend. I have no doubt she will serve our island well on the
Leeward Planning Commission.
Your care and commitment to our island's future is truly appreciated.
Mahalo for your time and consideration.
Tracey Apoliona
Tracey Apoliona - Managing Member
Hawaii Island Catering Company LLC
PO Box 1375
Kailua Kona, HI 96745
(808) 960-3094
TraceyPhiccllc.com
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