HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0482.090 2024-2026From: Brittney Suchy
Sent: Monday, September 15, 2025 5:44 AM
To: Council Testimony
Subject: Protect Our Island Home: Eliminate Polystyrene and Plastic Waste
Aloha,
My name is Brittney and I am a resident of Kailua Kona. I am writing to strongly urge you to support the
amendment to Chapter 20 that strengthens the prohibition of single -use plastics and polystyrene foam in
Hawaii.
The environmental damage caused by disposable plastics is undeniable —our beaches, reefs, and marine
wildlife are drowning in pollution. These plastics never fully disappear; they break into microplastics that
enter our food chains and drinking water. We are poisoning our people and the ecosystems we are a part of on
every level in the name of convenience.
This is not just an environmental issue —it is a moral one. Our keiki and future generations deserve to inherit
'aina that is healthy, vibrant and one that sustains life.
Please do the right thing. Vote YES to phase out single -use plastics and protect this incredibly sacred
place.
Mahalo for your time and consideration, o
Brittney Suchy c"
Kailua Kona, Hi 96740
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Comm.
Ref. To:
Ref. Date SEP 16 2025