HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0372.136 2024-2026From: Brigitte Crawford
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Sent: Tuesday, September 16, 2025 8:02 AM
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To: Council Testimony
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Subject: County Council hearing on Hawaii County Plan 2045 (Resilience section
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Honorable Council Members,
Thank you for this opportunity to testify. As someone who has been involved with construction, site prep
and environmental impact compliance in California, I understand, support and respect this plan.
This document reflects genuine community input and embodies the Hawaiian values of respect for the
'aina that make this place sacred. Yes, it's comprehensive, but that's precisely its strength. Every section
demonstrates thoughtful deliberation, every action item is both understandable and achievable. Most
importantly, this plan captures what we all want for our island home:
• Protection from invasive species
• More housing for our families
• Resilient infrastructure that can weathertomorrow's storms
• Safeguarded watersheds and cultural sites
• Transportation solutions that serve our community
• A sustainable future worthy of future generations
The science is clear: our planet is warming due to human activity. As residents of a rocky island
facing rising seas, we cannot afford denial or delay. Climate action isn't political —it's inevitable. We
must protect our water supply, our discharge systems, and our very foundation against the changes
already underway.
This document is more than a plan —it's a beacon for 21 st-century leadership. You've traveled far to
reach this moment. Now, complete this vital work. Our island's future and our children's future depend
on the action you take today. Approving this plan is in the best interest of Big Island today and a healthy,
thriving, big beautiful island of tomorrow.
Thank you for your service and for this opportunity to speak. I write this not only as a concerned citizen of
the Big Island, but also as an Aloha Marshall for Indivisible Hilo One, the local chapter of the non-
partisan pro -democracy national group.
Mahalo Nui for your hard work, service and time.
Brigitte Crawford
Brigitte A Crawford
brigitteacrawford@gmail.com
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