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From:Claudia Rohr
To:cohdem; Roth, Mitch D; Council Testimony
Cc:Sur, Peter
Subject:Comments for Aug. 22 meeting of the DEM Commission, Recycling and Diversion updates, agenda item VI-2
Date:Wednesday, August 16, 2023 1:18:40 PM
Regarding the Recycling and Diversion updates, agenda item VI-2.
Dear DEM Commissioners, Mayor Roth and County Council members,
According to DOH Solid and Hazardous Waste Branch, the Kona landfill will last for another 50
years and an alternative new site is not required to be identified until year 40 (10 years before
filled to capacity). Let’s not go hog wild with claims we should completely upset the status quo
that is actually working to divert recyclables. Individuals as well as companies work hard to
divert and recycle cans and bottles found in public trash cans now, and the can and bottle
collector’s personal budget/livelihood depends on the small income they receive. It would be
immoral to take away this livelihood that is the only job available to many of these folks who sort,
collect, and deliver cans and bottles to recycling companies like Mr. K’s. Please download and
view the attached video I took last week in Liliokulani Gardens as living proof of the current
system that works (regarding cans and bottles in public trash cans) and should escape change.
Claudia Rohr
808-640-5076