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January 7, 2009
RE: La'ipala Makai, Bill 317 and Bill 322
Aloha Chairman Ikeda and members of the Hawaii County Council:
My name is Kareen Medeiros and I reside at 81-6677 Mull Street in the Kona
Scenic Subdivision. I am submitting written testimony on my behalf as a recognized
cultural descendant in support of the La'ipala Makai project proposed to be developed in
the ahupua'a of Kapalaalaea in Kailua-Kona.
The La'ipala Makai project has taken the initiative to involve a team of
lineal/cultural descendants and cultural practitioners in the planning of this project. The
project has also exhibited their support of the protection, perpetuation and practice of
the Native Hawaiian culture and the natural, historical, and cultural resources within the
project area to include incorporating street names with historical and cultural elements
of the area. What is also impressive is that the project is providing affordable housing
with sustainable designs and environmentally friendly practices during construction.
Mahalo for the opportunity to submit testimony in support of the La'ipala Makai
project.
Sincerely,
Kareen Medeiros
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