HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 372 Draft 01 1972-1976 RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, a heroic act of bravery occurred on Saturday,
March 29, 1975, when MICHAEL SAKAMOTO was credited with the
saving of the life of Eddie Kuahiwinui; and
WHEREAS, the incident involved the capsizing of Kuahiwinui 's
fishing canoe several hundred yards off shore in rough, choppy,
and dangerous waters of South Point, Kau and
WHEREAS, MICHAEL SAV,MOTO at the risk of his own life
voluntarily and courageously entered the open sea with only
a life vest and a life line to assist the struggling and
apparently helpless Kuahiwinui; and
WHEREAS, had Michael not initiated this deed of personal
heroism, the on-coming darkness and the weakening of Kuahiwinui,
would have precluded success of any rescue efforts and a
possible serious tragedy; and
WHEREAS, for this feat of unselfishness and compassion
for a fellow human being, MICHAEL SAKAMOTO deserves public
recognition and commendation,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE
COUNTY OF HAWAII, that in tribute to MICHAEL SAKAMOTO for his
quick thinking and daring life saving mission publicly accords
him praise and commendation for his meritorious action.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Clerk be directed
to present a true copy of this resolution to MICHAEL SAKAMOTO.
Dated at Hilo, Hawaii, this 9th day of April, 1975.
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