HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0976.004 2012-2014As a citizen of this community, I want to know where my elected officials stand on issues that
come before them.
Elected officials are accountable to the electorate and must have the opportunity to go on record,
if they so desire, during an official legislative session.
Whether voicing a minority or majority opinion, elected officials should have at least one
opportunity to state their concerns and position. One go- around is the minimum owed to the
public.
Certainly, time limits and other procedures should also be allowed to keep order during the
proceedings.
The stifling of minority views by the majority does not make for a transparent and accountable
process.
Sincerely,
Arlene Kimata
548 Hinano St, Hilo HI 96720
808 - 935 -4745
arlenekimata@aol.com
August 19, 2014
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Written testimony for August 20, 2014
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Re: Support for Resolution 485
Dear Council Members:
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I respectfully submit my support for Resolution 485 rule change to allow each council member
to speak at least once before calling for the question.
As a citizen of this community, I want to know where my elected officials stand on issues that
come before them.
Elected officials are accountable to the electorate and must have the opportunity to go on record,
if they so desire, during an official legislative session.
Whether voicing a minority or majority opinion, elected officials should have at least one
opportunity to state their concerns and position. One go- around is the minimum owed to the
public.
Certainly, time limits and other procedures should also be allowed to keep order during the
proceedings.
The stifling of minority views by the majority does not make for a transparent and accountable
process.
Sincerely,
Arlene Kimata
548 Hinano St, Hilo HI 96720
808 - 935 -4745
arlenekimata@aol.com
August 19, 2014
Ccn an. 176 —
ROT'. TO: _
o , f3�:te AUG 2 0 2014