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Murashige, Laura C ' tl n;
From: Nick Shema [shemalani @hawaiiantel.net]
Sent: Monday, March 17, 2014 7:19 PM �'� ") �� 9
To: counciltestimony @co.hawaii.hi.us
Subject: Comment on Communication 721".
Aloha County Council,
I strongly support the petition to designate the Kauhou Aquifer System Groundwater Management area. Over
the past 30 years I have watched the development on the leeward side, which has included almost no planning
for water use. In fact, I have noted what could be termed conspicuous consumption and waste. It would be a
shame to see our leeward side turn into a version of southern California, which considered their water needs to
be more important than those of surrounding states/countries, and only recently has been forced to consider
the issues of sustainability. Interestingly, I read in the paper today that areas of California are making strides in
becoming water-self-sufficient.
I believe(hope) that most residents of Hawaii have the best interest of the 'aina at heart, if they can gain a clear
understanding of the issues. Please give the people of Hawaii Island the opportunity to make informed
decisions by allowing discussion of protection of this vital resource
I consider effective and environmentally conscious management and preservation of natural resources to be of
the utmost importance. This is not just a leeward issue;this is one island, what affects one area affects all
areas. Please take into consideration the future effects of decisions made today.
Sincerely,
Ricia Shema
P.O. Box 432
Volcano, HI 96785
Comm. No. 7o0.9
Ref. To:
Ref. Date MAR 2'1 2014
3/18/2014