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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0762.011 2004-2006 Page 1 of 2 Soriano, BJ From: Murashige, Laura Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2006 10:50 AM To: Soriano, BJ Cc: Aiello, Jeanette Subject: FW: Testimony Subdivision Code BJ, Please check if you got this testimony. Thanks, Laura M. -----Original Message----- From: Eoff, Karen On Behalf Of Pilago, K. Angel Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2006 10:42 AM To: Murashige, Laura Subject: FW: Testimony Subdivision Code -----Original Message----- From: Lily [mailto:lilyspad@aloha.net] Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2006 10:09 AM To: Pilago, K. Angel Subject: ATTN: Chair Angel Pilago Testimony for Hawaii County Council's Planning Committee Meeting today in Hilo For the record: Even in the context of Hawaiian politics it is offensive and outrageous that the Mayor and the County Council would consider to change the laws making it possible for them to be able to Decide on their own, without recourse, on zoning and land use issues that have statewide implications. These are issues that are still in the courts and have passed through many levels of litigation multiple times and should continue to have full public input and discussion. This is not some kind of abstract issue. It is an issue that every resident has to face daily with the overcrowded roads and the lack of resources that impacts us all. We have a right to know what is being planned in our neighborhoods as it does affect our property values and livelihoods and peace of mind in our daily lives. Since the Hawaii Supreme Court has held that Planning Director Chris Yuen's interpretation of some of the planning codes was "manifestly incorrect and unreasonable" we are concerned that he not be given more power without the checks and balances already rightfully in place. It seems like he is being rewarded for ignoring the laws in place and betraying the public trust that his office implies. We need more input into the land use process and not less. Comm°a Ref. Too to R 8 ~6 Re#, Dote; 4/18/2006 Page 2 of 2 We also need full disclosure of every step of the process. We want to know what is being planned for our neighborhood so that we can make good decisions regarding our future economic and personal lives. Respectfully, Ed and Nancy Johnson Homeowners and small business owners 88-1595 Ulua Dr., Captain Cook, HI 96704 808-328-1744 FREE Emoticons for your email! Click Herel i ' ` ; 1 tn~.: s 3€ 4/18/2006