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From: joe.carvalho
Sent: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 9:35 AM
To: Council Testimony
Subject: Support Letter Upolu Point Resolition 120 25
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May 6, 2025
To: Council Chair Holeka Inaba and Council members -T'(-'
From: Joseph Carvalho *
Subject: Resolution 120-25, Authorizing County negotiations for PONC lands
I strongly urge your support for Resolution 120-25 as amended. Included among those
properties prioritized by the Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Commission
(PONC) is coastal land that encompasses Upolu Point, the northern tip of our island. It is
sandwiched between Upolu Airport and state land.
The area has been in use by our family since I can remember-early 40's for gathering opihi and
limu kohu, fishing for moi, ulua, u'u, and other fish. Many fond memories for me spending time
as a kid with my uncles fishing at night. Then growing up, spearfishing with friends in the area.
This is an important area not for only my family but also many Kohala families,especially for
those who grew up in nearby Hoea.
The North Kohala community has worked hard for 50 years to protect the open nature of our
coast. It clearly deserves protection from private development as a legacy for future
generations.
I also would like to express my support for Mayor Kimo Alameda's nomination of Maya Goodoni
to the PONC commission. Born and raised in North Kohala, she has the education, talent and
dedication for preserving important lands in our county.
Mahalo,
Joseph Carvalho
Halaula, North Kohala
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1 Ref. Date NAY - 7 2025