HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 506 Draft 01 1972-1976 RESOLUTION NO. 506
WHEREAS , public transportation provides an integral service
to a community; and
WHEREAS , for over 40 years , the colorful sampan bus fleet
met this need in Hilo by affording citizens reasonably priced
transportation to various destinations ; and
WHEREAS , sampans are unique to Hilo as the cablecars are to
San Francisco, and offered a photographic treat to tourists
reminding them of their visit to Hawaii; and
WHEREAS , many years have lapsed since the original sampans
made their debut and time taking its toll , has seen the gradual
demise of this bus fleet which once numbered 73; and
WHEREAS , although a modern fleet of new County buses have
arrived and are slated to replace the sampans , residents and
visitors who have been fortunate enough to ride these quaint
vehicles , will not permit these fond memories to erode in the
past.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY
OF HAWAII that it takes this means to recognize and thank the
remaining members of the colorful Hilo sampan bus fleet for their
long years of service and for making a definite contribution by
adding a unique and distinct flavor to the Island of Hawaii .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the County of Hawaii
be and is hereby directed to transmit true copies of this resolution
to Casimero Duyag, Rosendo Juan, Agapito Rabanes , Andres Tapawan,
Juan Valinton, Margaret Laigo and Mabel Godoy.
Dated at Hilo , Hawaii, this 17th day of December, 1975.
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