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PUBLIC TESTIMONY IN SUPPORT OF BILLS 220 AND 221 <br /> <br /> To: Honorable Chair and All Members, Hawaii County Council <br /> From: Athena Peanut, Pahoa <br /> Date: January 4, 2007 <br /> I signed the petition in support of the zone change for the storage facility because in <br /> conversations with members of the Makuu Community Association I teamed that the storage facility was <br /> to be located next to the fire and police station opposite the Malama Market site (makai side of 130); the <br /> entire area, encompassing Malama Market, Paul's new gas station and police and fire departrnent, was <br /> being developed as the Pahoa Village commercial development site; and, land would be sought in Makuu <br /> Homelands for the site of the proposed homeless shelter. <br /> I am in favor of the zone change for the storage facility. The fact is that the Makuu Farmlot <br /> Homelands Community Association has created a dynamic socio-economic blessing without parallel in <br /> g beyond lower Puna all~b 1?~err dedication to the <br /> East Hawaii. A blessin that extends far ~ rt <br /> e <br /> o ~ <br /> community, hard grinding labors starting at 5:00 am every Sunday a twelve-hour+ stint, all volunteer <br /> labor but the kids get paid. That is just the beginning of the work week. <br /> The Makuu Farmers Market has survived the slings and arrows of vandalism, community <br /> grumbling, racism, and grueling labor but what is best for the community is always their <br /> first consideration. Every Sunday, thousands of cus6orrrers come from all directions starting at 6:00 a.m. <br /> Profits are put back into the goal of sustainability. The association mission mandated creation of an <br /> economic base for their community and its success has benefited the whole island. Makuu folks have <br /> succeeded because of their unflagging dedication, courage, strong work ethic and their wisdom <br /> yes, wisdom. <br /> We have a lot to learn from our gracious Hawaiian hosts. If they see the storage facility as a <br /> benefit to the community, let them lead the way. Without question, they have eamed their position as <br /> community leaders. <br /> At one with the Earth, <br /> Ath na eanut Comm. No. <br /> Ref. To: Pr~sr.~ <br /> Ref, gore JAN 0 200 <br /> <br />