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From: Brian Yannutz [brian.yannutz @gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2011 9:31 AM
To: counciltestimony @co.hawaii.hi.us
Subject: Res 117 -11 Support
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COUNTY CLERK *MAIM
COUNTY OF HAWA11
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Dear Councilmember Onishi:
As a resident of Hilo I frequently ride my bicycle as it is my only means of transportation. On
September 22, 2009 I was hit by a car (at no fault of mine) while riding my bike. Luckily I did
not break any bones and was able to fully recover in 3 weeks to represent Hilo at the Ironman
in Kona 3 weeks later. The conditions of Hawaii's roads are the worst I have ever seen in the
entire country. They are not bicycle or pedestrian friendly which contradicts the idea of Hawaii
having a sustainable future. How can we be sustainable if our roads are only meant to be
driven on by cars that burn oil from other countries? I urge you to support Resolution 171 -11
in support of a Hawaii County Complete Streets Policy. This Resolution is an important step
towards strengthening our Big Island communities. Complete Streets help to make it safer for
everyone to get to where they need to go, whether they are walking, riding a bike, driving a car
or riding the bus. In addition, complete streets help to provide access to physical activity and
will help to provide greater mobility choices for our keiki and kupuna.
I strongly urge you to vote in support of Resolution 171 -11.
Mahalo,
Brian Yannutz
438 Kaumana Dr.
Hilo, HI 96720
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