HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0372.159 2024-2026From: Katherine Loke Roseguo
Sent: Monday, September 15, 2025 1:47 PM
To: Council Testimony
Subject: In support of County of Hawai'i General Plan 2045
Honorable Council Members,
Thank you for this opportunity to testify. I am writing as a constituent of the County of Hawai'i Island in
support of Hawai'i General Plan 2045.
This document reflects genuine
community input and embodies the Hawaiian values of respect for the aina that make
this place sacred. Yes,it is comprehensive, but that is 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 weather tomorrow's storms
• Safeguarded watersheds and cultural sites
• Transportation solutions that serve our community
• A sustainable future worthy of our grandchildren.
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 isnt
political —it is survival. 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 is a beacon for 21 st-century leadership. You have
traveled far to reach this moment. Now, complete this vital work. Our islands future,
and our childrens future, depends on the courage you show today.
Thank you for your service and for this opportunity to speak. I write this as a concerned
citizen of the Big Island,
Katherine Roseguo
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