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Buy ISLAND SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNCIL
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iteatntenL The Big Island Substance Abuse Council appreciates the opportunity to provide
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input and information before the County Council Members concerning marijuana
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The Big Island Substance Abuse Council has a history of commitment to the
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"iThrough the 36 years of providing services in this community BISAC has
repeatedly identified cannabis as a contributor to the problems associated with
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BISAC does support the Hawaii County's marijuana eradication program, and
Hale He opuLahma 0 No wahme stands with the various departments that participate in this effort. We believe that
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Again, thank-you to the County Council members for this opportunity to share
our experiences and information to you and the general public.
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0o`pahr:m Treahr,ent We are open to any questions that you have regarding substance abuse data that
our agency has collected.
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Chief Executive Officer
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