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Aloha Councillors,
Clive cheetham
Thursday, September 11, 2025 5:29 PM
Council Testimony
SUBJECT: SUPPORT for RES. 286-25
I have lived continuously in Koa'e, just a few miles from Honolulu Landing since 1980. 1 was involved
in launching and landing outrigger canoes at Kahuwai from '81 to'90. 1 believe it is crucial to protect
the coastal lands between Hawaiian Beaches/Shores and Kumukahi from inappropriate
development.
As a lover of forests, watersheds, coastal habitat, and the preservation of Hawaiian culture —all
criteria for PONC acquisition —I join the many voices calling for Honolulu Landing to be purchased by
the County. With so much development pressure in Hawai'i, now is more than ever a time to set aside
valuable lands, protecting them from the vagaries of the private property marketplace. Several local
nonprofit community groups, including groups led by people of Hawaiian ancestry, are ready and
have the capacity to steward this property, gradually developing methods of public access that honor
the 'aina and embody kuleana. Time is of the essence, with the current owners motivated to sell.
Please add your vote in support of this important acquisition.
Sincerely,
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