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From: Tarek Antaki :ry. CD
Sent: Friday, May 2, 2025 2:40 PM ff �
To: Council Testimony
Subject: Oppose Bill 47 --0, �=
Dear Council Members,
I'm writing to express my strong opposition to Bill 47. As a concerned citizen and short-term vacation
rental (STVR) owner, I'm frustrated by the lack of data-driven decision-making and the repetitive
attempts to regulate our industry.
The proponents of this bill, Heather Kimball and Ashley Kierkiewicz, have previously proposed
legislation without providing economic studies or facts to support their claims. Their lack of credibility
and persistence in pushing for regulations that could harm our community raises concerns about their
motivations.
As a taxpayer, I expect to be treated with respect and dignity. Instead, I feel like I'm constantly fighting
against new regulations and taxes. I'm not alone— many small business owners like me are feeling
the same way. I urge you to use existing laws to regulate non-compliant STVRs and focus on
enforcing current regulations rather than creating new ones.
I request that you investigate any council members who may be incentivized by the passage of
legislation that affects our industry. It's essential to ensure that decision-makers are acting in the best
interest of our community, not their own personal gain.
If this trend continues, I fear that my family and I may be forced to leave the state, joining many
others who have already been driven away by excessive regulations. I hope you'll consider the impact
of your decisions on our community and work to create a more supportive environment for small
business owners like me.
Sincerely,
Tarek Antaki
68-3534 Malina Street
waikoloa, Hi 96738
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