HomeMy WebLinkAboutPL-SPP-2022-000016 Jade Chen, The Lava Sanctuary Support Testimony 07.06.23 within 48 hrs From: Jade
To: WPCtestimonv
Subject: Support for special use permit PL-SPP-2022-000016
Date: Thursday,July 6,2023 6:23:21 AM
To the Windward Planning Commission:
Greetings
As a Puna resident, I am writing to support the above application for a special use permit. I
believe we need places like this to not only help build a stronger community but also to create
jobs and a clean local economy based on education and tourism.
I am a frequent visitor using the facilities and urge all that are concerned to visit the center and
see what an inspirational place it is indeed.
The gardens/orchards and off-grid infrastructure exemplify how people can live more closely
to the land and a sustainable style that adds to the solution of the carbon crisis instead of
creating more problems. Also since Kalani has taken a big step back, this type of center is in
great need.
I understand that HER is sensitive to their neighbors and have initiated conversations and
guidelines to address concerns.
Your approval of this application would be very appreciated.
Sincerely,
Jade Chen
CEO of The Lava Sanctuary, LLC