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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0280.002 2024-2026P / Gouncif F36. 111-25 COIN- Zo From: Billi-Jo Pike Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 6:53 AM C� To: Council Testimony x Subject: Support Resolution 176-25 -�e Honorable Members of the Council, T am writing to express my strong support for Resolution 176-25, which seeks to allocate fundto ~ Neighborhood Place of Puna for the development and operation of the Anchor Point Youth Center. This initiative is vital to our community's efforts to support our youth, especially during these challenging times. The Anchor Point Youth Center will serve as a safe, nurturing space where young people can access essential resources and programs that promote their well-being, education, and personal growth. The funding proposed in this resolution will directly benefit our youth by providing critical supplies and services, including: Food Assistance: The center will offer nutritious meals and snacks, addressing the immediate needs of our youth. Currently, the food basket program does not have the capacity to include the Anchor Point program for food pickup, making this funding crucial to ensure our youth do not go hungry. Gardening Supplies: Engagingyouth in gardening activities,fosters responsibility, environmental awareness, and life skills. Gardening supplies will enable hands-on learning and connection to the land, which is particularly meaningful in our community. Art Supplies: Creative expression is essential for emotional health and development. Art supplies will allow youth to explore their creativity, build confidence, and process their experiences in a positive way. Computers and Technology: Access to computers will support homework, skill development, and digital literacy, preparing ouryouth for future opportunities in an increasingly technology -driven world. Hygiene Items: Providing hygiene supplies helps maintain the health and dignity of our young people, especially those facing economic hardships. Investing in the Anchor Point Youth Center is an investment in our community's future. It will not only meet immediate needs but also empower our youth to thrive, build resilience, and become positive contributors to our society. For these reasons, I respectfully urge the Council to approve Resolution 176-25. Supporting this initiative demonstrates a commitment to nurturing ouryouth and strengthening our community as a whole. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, C®M�,. 0 L Ref. TO: Fief. Daie 2 1 2025 f Billi Jo Pike Director of Strategic Program Development Neighborhood Place of Puna Billi-Jo Pike Director of Strategic Program Development Neighborhood Place of Puna Direct Office: (808) 642-1005 1 Main Office: (808) 501-1413 16-105 Opukaha'ia St., Keaau, HI 96749 billijo(c-oneighborhoodplace.org I neiahborhoodplaceofpuna.org t 0 ! D _PLACE 011F PUN To Nurture, Strengthen, and Celebrate 'Ghana This s email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this email from your system.