HomeMy WebLinkAboutTestimonies (23) 01-13-25 R. Melendez through 01-09-25 K. HonmaFrom:Ken Honma
To:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimony
Cc:Stand Together Hawaii
Subject:Comments to Hawaii County General Plan 2045
Date:Thursday, January 9, 2025 4:35:51 AM
January 9, 2024
Dear Hawaii County Planning Commission members,
Michelle Melendez and her associates have more than adequately critiqued the General Plan 2045. They have spent countless uncompensated hours in studying the words and concepts in the Plan. Iconcur with their conclusion that this plan must not be forwarded to the Hawaii County Councilwithout a severely needed re-write. Otherwise it should just be declined.
The main problem is that there appears to be a lack of sound and proven scientifically basedhypotheses, and, much less scientific laws, on which the recommendations made throughout thisdocument are based on. As a substitute for this lack, an attempt at the use of mind-controllanguage, similar to a technique called a hypnotic jump, described in some neurolinguisticsprogramming training, is used. I will cite one example of a hypnotic jump so that you can see how itworks.
For example, making policy decisions based on ideas rather than proven scientific facts; such as theidea that man-made carbon dioxide is the cause of global warming; is a hypnotic jump. Here theidea that man-made green-house gas ( co2 ) causes climate change, is an idea only, not a provenfact! But because of mind control, the mind jumps over and ignores this critical fact and goes to andfocuses on the provided solutions such as; we need electric cars, or we need to control how manymiles you can drive your car, or cluster planning for people so that they do not move around somuch, or incentivizing people rezoning their land to conservation so no people can live there. This isjust one example, but as Michelle’s written edits show, there are many such hypnotic jumps. Theyare everywhere in this document, especially pay attention to where there is a lack of data, or lack ofdetailed citations of proven scientific facts.
If you read carefully, you will see that associated with an idea without facts, there is also a hypnoticjump that proposes what the mind interprets as a reasonable response to ameliorate each issue.
The language in this general plan is actually hypnotic language. In essence, a “spell” is cast on thepeople who read this document and who may not be able to identify these jumps, and believe thatthe proposed solutions are actually solving the implied problem, while the goals of the authors aresomething else completely.
My concern is that the commissioners are not recognizing that they are being put under a spell andtherefore are not able to objectively assess this proposed general plan accurately. Now that youknow this technique is being used, look carefully at the edits and recommendations that Michelleand her associates have provided to you and you will see that the hypnotic jumps are there.Michelle and her associates have also provided citations and links to credible scientific sources tohelp the commissioners conduct the necessary discussions in order to get the facts straightened outand to help the commissioners understand how misleading this document is.
This document should not be sent to the County Council for approval without a severely neededrewrite, or if a rewrite is not timely, then, you must decline to approve it.
Sincerely,
Ken Honma, Kurtistown Hi. 96760
From:CATHERINE GARCIA
To:LPCtestimony
Subject:hello
Date:Saturday, January 11, 2025 3:37:28 PM
NO 15 minute cities
From:Joanna Weber
To:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimony
Subject:Tell the County Council to REJECT the Big Island General Plan 2045
Date:Saturday, January 11, 2025 4:01:38 PM
ALOHA HAWAII COMMISSIONERS
Request: Please, tell the County Council to REJECT the Big Island GeneralPlan 2045.
Problem: The Big Island General Plan 2045 does not entirely appear to
have the interests of the residents in mind, and it is already reducing thevalue of people's properties.
Concerns Include:
Land Use changing “Residential” to “Recreation” drops property value!Plan could set up many opportunities for State to take the land & Re-
Zone!
Plan could regulate off-grid living!
Plan will further stress electric grid increasing prices!AND MORE!
The PDF below explains our concerns with the Big Island General
Plan 2045:https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_b34739e4c99c46
1685de4c0207bf286e.pdf
ALOHA, JOANNA WEBER
From:Lahilahi Heen
To:LPCtestimony
Subject:Big Island General Plan
Date:Saturday, January 11, 2025 2:58:50 PM
REJECT the Nefariously written document that reads "Stakeholder" rather than 'Homeowner',
along with other sketchy dialog!!
REJECT REJECT REJECT REJECT REJECT REJECT REJECT REJECT
Mahalo:(Assumed) Home/Property Owner
From:Rebecca MelendezTo:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimonySubject:General Plan TestimonyDate:Saturday, January 11, 2025 9:30:48 AM
Big Island General Plan This General Plan is highly vague at times. In some of their explanations, they do not use the exact title but abbreviations, which takes time to research what they want toimplement. They should have these abbreviations in the glossary. They need to be a lot clearer about what they want to do because it looks like they want to “cluster” us in living and take some of our rights away. Page 43 1.m Review the Code and consider amendments to encourage site clustering of development in order to avoid critical environmental areas and assets. What do they mean by "encourage site clustering"? What does "site clustering" even mean? How will this affect community living? Page 80 9.f Study the feasibility, issues, and opportunities related to the development of a TDR program to strategically preserve open space and achieve density to remain consistent with theland use pattern in accordance with the General Plan Land Use Maps. TDR is the Transfer of Development Rights It seems the TDR program allows the county full rights to say where homes can and cannot be built and whether private land is restricted. This restricts the right to buildhouses on private lands. If the county decides that property shouldn't be developed, we will lose our rights to build on privately owned land. "A TDR program seeks to preserve landowners' asset value by moving the right to build a house from a location where development is prohibited (e.g., for environmentalreasons) to a location where development is encouraged." "In the place where development is encouraged under TDR, zoning is changed to permit more units to be built." This sentence explains a TDR program talks aboutbuilding "more units" not houses, and gives the county full rights to tell people where they can and can not build homes, even if they and that they can only build "units".https://njaes.rutgers.edu/highlands/transfer-development-rights.php Page 82
They mention TDR program again 12.f Study the feasibility, issues, and opportunities of a TDR program to incentivize development away from high-risk hazard areas. Page 87 The General Plan talks many times about "high-density, Prioritize an increase in density" for multi -families 13.2, 13.4, 13.8, it seems this goes with the TDR program. To "cluster" usup into housings. 13.10 Development of TODs and TNDs are encouraged within locations of the urban centers shown on the General Plan Land Use Map. These locations are approximate and becomefixed during rezoning. They don't give any ideas of how they will increase public transportation. The bus system has been breaking down for years and is very rarely on time. They are not clearon what they mean by this at all. They just say "are encouraged." Big Island's public transportation needs to be addressed. How can the island create better public transportation? They don't explain how they want to help publictransportation. Big Island's infrastructure also needs to be seriously addressed because traffic is increasing monthly without any sign of helping the infrastructure to accommodate theincrease in traffic. How can they help the infrastructure with a mountain on one side and a cliff on the other, with many of our roads? They don't offer any ideas. TNDs - Traditional Neighborhood Development TOD - Transit- Orientated Developmenthttps://fifthave.ca/benefits-and-drawbacks-of-transit-oriented-developments/ Drawbacks and Challenges of Transit-Oriented Development
1. Decreased Affordability and Property Values: The increased demand for housing in TOD areas may lead to rising property values and rental costs, potentiallydisplacing existing low-income residents.2. Displacement of Marginalized Communities: Gentrification can occur in TOD neighborhoods, pushing out long-time residents and causing social and economicdisruptions.3. Social and Cultural Homogenization: The emphasis on mixed-use developments might inadvertently lead to the homogenization of local cultures and businesses,eroding the unique character of the community.4. Increased Pressure on Infrastructure: High-density developments can strain existing infrastructure, such as transportation networks, water, and sanitation systems,necessitating costly upgrades.5. Unequal Distribution of Benefits: Without inclusive planning and involvement of all stakeholders, the benefits of TOD might disproportionately favor certainsegments of the population. 13.13 Support master planning by public and private institutions and landowners which emphasize TOD, affordable housing, and mixed-use development. What is their "Master Plan"? Why should it be supported? Page 89 13.44 The development or designation of new resort areas should complement the character of the area; protect the environment and natural beauty; respect existing lifestyles,cultural practices, and cultural resources; and provide shoreline public access. The Big Island needs homes for its residents. It does not need more resorts because the island is having resource issues with the developments here now, and manymore years of already-approved developments have not been completed yet. Please see this petition: https://www.change.org/p/help-big-island-resources-and-infrastructure-stay-safe-for-all-who-live-here-and-visit The West Hawai’i Sanitary Landfill, the only remaining landfill on the Big Island, is forecast to reach capacity within the next 20 to 25years." https://bigislandnow.com/2023/09/17/big-island-now-poll-no-27-results-more-than-one-solution-needed-to-help-extend-life-of-west-hawaii-landfill/ “Hawaiʻi Water Supply Closely Monitored As Severe Drought Continues by Big Island Video Newson Nov 6, 2023 at 3:28 pm STORY SUMMARY HAWAIʻI COUNTY -Officials say a special focus will be placed on the South Kohala Water System, which is more susceptible to droughtconditions.” https://www.bigislandvideonews.com/2023/11/06/water-supply-closely-monitored-as-hawai%CA%BBi-under-severe-drought/ HECO issues rolling power outages around Big Island by: Emily Cervantes Posted: Feb 13, 2024 / 05:11 PM HST Updated: Feb 13, 2024 / 09:12 PM HST Hawaiian Electricinitiated rolling outages for Big Island after several large generators became unavailable and reduced output Tuesday night.”https://www.khon2.com/local-news/heco-releases-conservation-alert-for-big-island/
Page 90 13.e Amend Zoning Code to:i. Establish a TOD overlay zone project district with a minimum size of 15 acres.ii. Create a TND overlay zone for existing zoned lands within identified residential and commercial zoning districts.iii. Allow for residential uses in ML and MCX zoning districts.iv. Support innovative uses of alternative energy, agriculture, aquaculture, and others, in MCX zoning district What does the i. sentance mean, exactly? What does ML and MCX stand for? These are not in their glossary, and I can't find them online. Page 98 14.1 Support the State Land Use reclassification to Rural in alignment with the General Plan Rural designation. What is the General Plan Rural Designation? 14.2 Support reclassification/rezoning of appropriate General Plan Rural designated areas where an intermediate land use and a well-defined buffer between Urban and Productive Agricultural areas areconsistent with the surrounding uses and rural character. What is the "reclassification/rezoning of appropriate General Plan Rural designated..."? Why does it need to be supported? How will they support it? 4.4 Rural-style residential-agricultural developments, such as new small-scale rural communities or extensions of existing rural communities, should be incentivized to cluster in appropriate locations. They want to "cluster" residents because the word "cluster" is used a many times in this General Plan. How will this affect community living, exactly? 14.b Amend the zoning districts currently listed as Family Agricultural District (FA) and the Residential and Agricultural Districts (RA) to be consistent with the Rural designation and to allow for homeoccupations that do not negatively impact rural character. Would this mean the county would have the right not to approve homes on "Rural Designated" lands? Page 102 15.f Update the Real Property Tax Code for agricultural land uses that result in actual production or other public benefits, such as native forestry and the ecosystem services that result from wellmanaged rangelands. What does this mean? Will they increase taxes? We need farmers to want to work and afford life without increased taxes. 15.g Amend the Zoning Code to require Plan Approval for commercial open area recreational uses in the Agricultural District. How do they want to Amend the Zoning Code? 15.i Develop standards and guidelines for buffer areas located adjacent to agricultural lands. What does this mean? What kind of guidelines? Page 108 16.6 Provide for present traffic and future demands, including the development of mass transit programs for high-growth areas by both the private and public sectors. How will they do this? Traffic keeps increasing monthly, and the roads are incredibly narrow, with a cliff on one side and a mountain on the other in many different areas all over the island. How will they develop mass transit programs? What would this look like? Page 111 17.4 Land use applications shall identify as early as possible any existing or potential active living corridors that should be incorporated into the County’s open space network. Who decides what a living corridor is? Is this the county's way of taking private land areas? 17.5 Ensure that existing active living corridors that are publicly owned or available by easement are properly identified and that their access elements are secured and documented.b) “Acceptance” by the County of the responsibilities detailed in the grant of easements should require County Council action and a dedicated funding source. What does b) mean exactly? Page 116 9.2 Increase arterial capacity through prioritization of alternative means of transportation, such as mass transit, bicycle, and pedestrian systems. What does this mean? What is their plan? How will they make "prioritization of alternative means of transportation"? 19.6 Use traffic demand management to aid in reducing traffic congestion by targeting an increase of active transportation mode share to 10 percent (bicycling, walking, micro-mobility) What do they mean by "Use traffic demand management to aid in reducing traffic congestion"? Will they somehow limit cars and use buses, bikes, or walking? 19.7 Concurrency reviews should incorporate reduction in vehicle miles traveled to mitigate traffic impacts (e.g. the level of service) and achieve sustainability and demand management goals. What does this mean, "Concurrency reviews should incorporate reduction in vehicle miles traveled..."? Do they want to limit our driving and vehicle miles? Do they want to take away ourright to travel? How will they do this? This doesn't seem legal, if this is what they want to do. 19.a Continue to adopt the County Street design manual as the County’s complete street design program/policy. 19.b Amend the County Code to incorporate complete street design. What is the County Street design manual? I don’t see this information in the General Plan. 19.d Identify all roles for interdepartmental collaboration in delivering a truly multimodal transportation system. A multimodal transportation system consists of more than one source of transportation to get to the destination. So, do they mean we will have to take a bus and our car to get to where wewant to go? What do they mean exactly? Page 117 20.e Adopt a Complete Streets ordinance. What is a "Complete Streets ordinance"? Page 119
22.7 Develop roadway standards to accommodate emerging technology for connected and automated vehicles. The Big Island has power issues and cannot handle all its current power needs. It does not have extra power to connect many electric vehicles, which will only add to its power issues. Plus, ifthere is a big storm and we lose power, those electric cars cannot run, their batteries do not decompose well, and the island needs a new way to take care of rubbish because there is only onelandfill on the island. These cars will only add to the many issues the island already has. “Hawaii Island is in the enviable position of having a landfill with anywhere from 20 to 100 years of capacity left to take in trash. But the island still wrestles with significant issues like plasticproducts that are no longer being recycled.” https://www.waste360.com/landfill/hawaii-deals-with-burgeoning-waste-management-problem
"Hawaiian Electric is reporting that several large generators on the Big Island are experiencing a range of issues and may lead to the need for rolling outages if supplydoes not meet demand."https://www.reddit.com/r/BigIsland/comments/1bnuar3/hawaiian_electric_is_reporting_that_several_large/?rdt=52660 Page 130 25.5 Encourage the clustering of developments to reduce the cost of providing utilities. How will "clustering developments" reduce the cost of utilities? We all use the same power whether we live clustered up, like the county wants, or not. The solution to help power the island is not "clustering" everyone. It is asking homeowners/resorts/vacation rentals to purchase solar panels, use wind turbines, or use other natural ways tocreate their own power. If everyone tries to step up, we can all make good chances together. This petition offers other solutions https://www.change.org/p/help-big-island-resources-and-infrastructure-stay-safe-for-all-who-live-here-and-visit 25.6 Develop short- and long-range capital improvements programs and plans for public utilities within its jurisdiction that are consistent with the General Plan. What are "capital improvement programs"? 25.7 Maintain an Asset Management Program aimed at utilizing maintenance plans to prolong the life of our utilities as well as reduce whole-life costs. What is their Asset Management Program? 25.a Develop and adopt an Impact Fees Ordinance to aide in the expansion of public utilities. What is an "Impact Fees Ordinance"? Page 132 26.5 Ensure the highest quality of water is reserved for the most valuable end-use. What do they consider “the most valuable end-use” for water?
The Rosewood Resort waters its white coral road to keep the dust down. They use hundreds, if not thousands, of gallons to water their road, even when there are signs to conserve water. Hasthe county looked at the resort's wasteful water use? Are the resort's water use more “valuable” than residence use? 26.6 Encourage the design of large development projects (200+ units) in the North Kohala, South Kohala, North Kona, South Kona, and Kaʻū Districts to be as water neutral as reasonably possiblethrough water conservation, recharge, and reuse measures to reduce the water footprint. How can 200+ units be water-neutral? Do they want to develop more resorts that seem to use water as they want, even when it’s incredibly wasteful, and the county doesn’t look at this? 26.7 Promote best practices in sustainable water collection and use for private water systems. What does this mean, “for private water systems”? Are they planning private water systems used only by private communities or resorts? Why hasn’t the county considered new inventions to help the island’s water issues? Inventions that capture grey water to use in toilets https://ecofriend.com/innovative-products-designed-capture-reuse-gray-water.html I’m sure there are many new inventions that couldhelp the island if they only start to look for them. Page 133 26.e Maintain the water master plan to consider water yield, present and future demand, alternative sources of water, guidelines, and policies for the issuing of water commitments. What is their “water master plan”? 26.n Develop water conservation and stormwater management guidelines for commercial, industrial, and residential properties. What would “management guidelines” look like? Would resorts be prioritized over residences? Page 137 27.6 Pollution shall be prevented, abated, and controlled at levels that will protect and preserve public health and well-being through the enforcement of appropriate Federal, State, and County standards 27.7 Ensure municipal wastewater systems serve designated Urban Growth Areas (UGA) with the capacity to accommodate projected population growth. 27.9 Prioritize developing a multipronged approach to wastewater infrastructure funding, including proactively seeking grant funding for wastewater system expansion, improvements, and newdevelopment 27.11 Ensure that wastewater systems and improvements are designed and functioning to maximize system efficiencies, prevent accidental leaks or spills, and provide sanitary, reliable wastewatertreatment that is not negatively impacting natural resources. They don’t mention the pollution that cesspools are causing daily. People can use many kinds of toilets to stop using cesspools today.
Why hasn’t the county considered new inventive toilets to use to help the wastewater system? Like the Cinderella Incinerator Toilet to help stop pollution from cesspools and help with thewastewater system? https://cinderellaeco.com/en-us There are many new inventive toilets these days that can help the island’s wastewater system, and the Cinderella Incinerator Toilet can also help conserve water. Page 138 27.15 Prioritize the use of gray water in areas connected to County water and not connected to County wastewater. Why doesn’t the county start looking for new inventions to help the island instead of traditional sources when the island’s population is steadily growing and needs new ideas to help? Theycould start considering using inventions like these: https://ecofriend.com/innovative-products-designed-capture-reuse-gray-water.html https://newsroom.ucla.edu/stories/gray-water-clean-up-yoram-cohen-271642 https://www.greenprophet.com/2015/04/10-inventions-to-save-earths-water/ 27.a Prioritize areas where on-site wastewater treatment should be converted to sewer and establish financial tools such as improvement districts to aid in implementation. 27.b Prioritize areas where wastewater treatment facilities are necessary to facilitate future growth and utilize financing tools such as community facilities district (CFD) or tax increment financing (TIF)to aid in implementation.
Big Island‘Acute Problems’ Plaguing Big Island’s Wastewater Treatment Systems Prompt EPA Crackdown https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/04/acute-problems-plaguing-big-islands-wastewater-treatment-systems-prompt-epa-crackdown/ Why doesn’t the county start considering the Cinderella Incinerator toilet or other inventions to help with the wastewater treatment issues? https://cinderellaeco.com/en-us 27.i Streamline the sewer connection loan program. What is this loan program? Is the island going into more debt because of it? 27.j Develop wastewater cost valuation in service fees (similar to the water model fee structure). 27.k Develop a criteria-based infrastructure prioritization tool to develop new or expand existing municipal wastewater systems. Base these priority areas on designated urban growth boundaries, urbanzoning and density, population trends and anticipated growth, health/safety, and environmental factors 27.l Implement innovative wastewater systems at a cost-effective scale for small communities. If the county starts considering new inventions and types of waste treatment toilets, like the Cinderella Incinerator Toilet, wastewater treatment costs would be considerably lowered. Page 139 27.p In collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, develop a water resource strategy for efficient agricultural water use and reuse. Why doesn’t the county start to consider using grey water inventions? https://www.environmental-expert.com/articles/the-power-of-greywater-recycling-a-sustainable-solution-for-the-future-1138822 Page 142 28.11 The County shall ensure that golf course developments develop and implement grading and site preparation plans to: Why is the county still considering more golf courses when the island has water issues, power issues, landfill issues…? Page 143 28.b Conduct a feasibility study to create a County Stormwater Utility before the County reaches MS4 requirements. 28.c Update the DPW Storm Drainage Standards to reflect current data and to incorporate strategies and standards of green infrastructure and low-impact development. 28.d Develop drainage master plans from a watershed perspective that considers non-structural alternatives, minimizes channelization, protects wetlands that serve drainage functions, coordinates theregulation of construction and agricultural operation, and encourages the establishment of floodplains as public greenways. Why doesn’t the county start looking at new, innovative drainage solutions for the island? https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/90645-innovative-solutions-for-effective-storm-water-management-in-urban-environments Page 149 30.4 Continuously improve the use of broadband communications and digital technology to educate and provide public services with a focus on digital access. 30.5 Siting of new communications facilities shall comply with performance standards and site colocation as stated in the Code.30.6 Support projects that address service gaps in Hawaiʻi’s broadband infrastructure. 30.9 Alleviate barriers and assist broadband projects with navigating through the regulatory permitting process. Does this mean an increase in cell towers? Have they researched health issues because of cell towers?Cell towers point straight to roads, homes, and commercial areas…Because the island is mountainous, the tops of cell towers can be only a few feet from these areas. On Palani Rd. and Queen K HWY, there are two cell towers whose tops are only a few feet from the HWY. On Hualalai Rd., there is a cell tower facing a retirement home and it’s less than 100 ft away. In Hawi town, there is a cell tower at a gas station. The top of the tower is directly across from residential homes. Has the county checked these places to do any research on whether people are being affected by cell tower radiation before they keep allowing and agreeing to more cell towers? https://mdsafetech.org/cell-tower-health-effects/ “Overall results of this review show three types of effects by base station antennas on the health of people: radiofrequency sickness (RS), cancer (C) and changes in biochemical parameters(CBP). Considering all the studies reviewed globally (n = 38), 73.6% (28/38) showed effects: 73.9% (17/23) for radiofrequency sickness, 76.9% (10/13) for cancer and 75.0% (6/8) for changesin biochemical parameters...Of special importance are the studies performed on animals or trees near base station antennas that cannot be aware of their proximity and to whichpsychosomatic effects can never be attributed.” 30.12 Plan for broadband infrastructure to support smart grid development What is a Smart Grid? How is it good for the community? Page 150 30.b Develop standards for the siting and construction of wireless telecommunication facilities. Will there be any health and safety research and studies on what a safe distance and a safe number of cell towers should be for human bodies, trees, and animals? 30.i Pursue partnerships and funding for broadband initiatives and deployments 30.j Support the coordination of infrastructure projects between the public and private sectors to create areas for the deployment of broadband zones 30.k Seek federal and other opportunities for the funding of broadband infrastructure. What is the broadband initiative? What are broadband zones? Have they researched health and safety before seeking federal funding and wanting to support this? 30.l Support the State to develop a broadband dashboard to track progress and gaps that will inform decision-making in economic development on Hawaiʻi Island. 30.m Foster public-private partnerships to support the development and expansion of broadband infrastructure, including community networks. Does this mean that they want to know where the gaps are to keep adding more cell towers? Does this mean they want the public to support the development of cell tower expansion? Where is the health and safety research for cell towers? Page 155
31.a Create an asset management program. 31.c Develop and adopt an Impact Fees Ordinance to aide in the expansion of County services and facilities. What would be an asset management program? What is an Impact Fees Ordinance? Page 162 33.2 Implement waste stream technology, such as recycling and upcycling and waste-to-energy to reduce the flow of refuse deposited in landfills. 33.9 Ensure that redesign plans for landfill and transfer stations provide adequate space for Resource Recovery (RR) Stations. 33.11 Site new solid waste/resource recovery facilities in appropriate areas that serve the needs of population centers and minimize and mitigate negative impacts on the environment or surroundingneighborhood. 33.12 Reduce illegal dumping and littering. 33.13 Minimize the amount of waste generated by County facilities. 33.a Evaluate and amend the County Code to integrate strategies to maximize landfill diversion and handle materials: Has the county ever looked into new innovative ways to deal with rubbish: "Benefits of waste-to-energyWaste-to-energy technology offers an alternative to landfills, providing a cleaner, more efficient way of disposing of waste while reducing greenhouse gas emissions." https://biotrux.com/what-can-we-use-instead-of-landfills/Different Alternative to landfill https://bettermeetsreality.com/the-different-alternatives-to-landfill-waste-management-options/ Top 29 countries that have been efficient in minimizing waste https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/which-countries-are-the-most-efficient-at-minimising-waste/96037/#:~:text=Switzerland%20have%20100%25%20waste%20recovery%2C%20despite%20being%20in,while%20the%20other%2047%25%20is%20incinerated%20for%20energy. Page 171 35.f Update the County of Hawaiʻi Recreation Plan to reflect newly identified recreational priorities. The county has sent out letters changing private Land Use Titles to recreational land. Why is it legal for the county to take private lands away from people to give their lands to recreation?
I heard these people would still have to pay the property tax on their land, which the county wants to turn into recreational land,is this going to happen? 35.i Develop best management practices for the development and maintenance of golf courses in collaboration with government, private and nonprofit agencies, and other stakeholders. Golf courses use a lot of poisons to keep their lands weed-free, and these poisons runoff into the ocean, causing algae blooms and other pollutions. Will the county be addressing this? 35.r Develop and implement a cemeteries master plan for the siting of future cemeteries. What is their “cemetery master plan”? Pag 176 36.b Develop a medical center TOD master plan and rezone it as a Regional Center TOD. What is the TOD master plan? Page 182 37.3 Prioritize new housing including the missing middle in or near mixed-use developments, urban growth areas with infrastructure, and near existing and proposed transit centers. 37.6 Vacant lands in the urban growth boundary (UGB) should be prioritized for residential and supportive uses before additional agricultural lands outside the UGB are converted into urban uses 37.c Assess and amend the land use and building regulations and explore fiscal opportunities to support universal design principles and ADA accessibility for more physically accessible housing. The island’s resources need to be addressed because many years in the making, developments have been approved to build more homes, and all of the island's resources are having seriousissues today. Before prioritizing more homes, the island's resources need to be addressed. https://www.change.org/p/help-big-island-resources-and-infrastructure-stay-safe-for-all-who-live-here-and-visit Page 183 38.1 Enable data-driven research to support and maintain a housing inventory program that monitors existing housing. What are they going to monitor, and why? Page 184 39.8 Encourage the development of workforce housing within or near urban growth areas and employment centers and require large new developments that create a demand for housing to provideaffordable workforce housing. Resorts on the island hire and bring in people from outside of the country. Then they house them. This takes away homes and jobs from locals. Why doesn’t the county prioritize these jobsand homes for locals? Why don’t the resorts on the island hire locals who are already here and house them? Page 190 42.c Develop and adopt an impact fees ordinance that considers district specific needs and excludes urban core areas where infill is encouraged. What exactly does this mean? What are “impact fees ordinance” and “infill is encouraged” mean? 42.d Develop a framework for a transition plan for changes in administrative leadership to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of operations. Why does the county need a “transition plan for changes in administrative leadership”? Page 199 44.f Partner with business associations, realtors, and the chamber of commerce to recruit small-scale manufacturers to establish retail locations in village and town centers to support reinvestment andmatch potential tenants with local landowners. The shops in Kailua Kona town have trouble staying open because all the private parking lots are overcharging. Why isn’t the county addressing this issue instead of wanting to bring inmore businesses that won’t be able to survive because private parking is taking a lot of money away from businesses? I do not understand how to use their map that shows all the changes they want to make on the island. I have heard the voices of people in person at the meetings who have received letters that state the county wants to change their Land Use Titles in this General Plan. How is changing
people’s private Land Use Titles legal? This is not right. Please look at their map because I was told that the county is changing high-end developers' Land Use Titles so they can develop easily. Zendo Kern has helped high-end developers many times on the island. This planning director favors developers rather than the preservation of the land and community voices. For example, 18,554 people signed a petition to Save Punalu’u from development. Hundreds of Hawaiian residents protested the housing project in Punalu’u, and still, “Planning DirectorZendo Kern has recommended that the commission greenlight the development, writing in his 17-page report to the panel that the project will not have any substantial adverseenvironmental or ecological effect” provided that best management practices are used to mitigate any impacts. Kern recommended moving ahead without making the developers prepare an updated environmental impact statement or environmental assessment because the project did not meet thecriteria set out in state law for such a requirement.” This man is not for conserving the land, nor does he support community voices. Please look at the map he is a part of because this man favors high-end developers. If this map changes high-end developers' Land Use Titles to help them develop their land easily, it could beone huge way that he supports these developers, and this is not right for the island and the community. https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/03/hundreds-of-hawaii-island-residents-protest-proposed-housing-project-in-punaluu/ https://www.thepetitionsite.com/854/086/898/residents-who-oppose-the-resort-in-punaluu-ka%C5%AB/ Thank you,Rebecca Melendez
From:Susie Jenkins
To:LPCtestimony; WPCtestimony
Subject:Revise Hawaii General Plan Testimony Here
Date:Saturday, January 11, 2025 2:56:59 PM
Aloha Commissioners, The Big island Plan cannot go through the way it is designed. It is hard to believe any local helpeddesign this plan.
I believe that this plan has been based on the Agenda 2030 plan to control everything & everyone. Whoever put this together should be subjected to see if they are part of pushing this world orderplan.Here are some concerns: There is a huge part of the plan dedicated to "Climate Change". However, why do most experts statethere is NO climate danger? Climate Experts Speak Out Against Climate Danger Click Here!The word "Stakeholder," defined in the plan, is written 86 times and literally means anyone in the entireworld can have input on this plan.Please recommend Stakeholder change to the following: "Local Communities”. Local Communities arelocal Big Island farmers, homeowners, renters, organizations, businesses, and individuals who live onBig Island or have property on Big Island that will be personally affected by projects, decisions, oractivities in the general plan. Effective local community engagement and management are crucial forthe success and sustainability of any initiative, as it helps ensure that diverse perspectives and interestsare considered. The OSCER Department in the plan will null and void all public input and leave decisions to unelectedofficials. This is NOT okay! This department should not be created. This is on page 188, 40.8. The Planning Department has sent out letters too many homeowners telling them their land use will bechanged from resident to recreation due to the General Plan 2045. This will drastically lower theirproperty value and opens the door to rezone the area. This is not pono. It breaks the Aloha Spirit law §5-7.5. To reduce someone's property value is not okay. This must be made pono again. There is a huge section on climate change and things that will be affected. This needs to be furtherresearched. There are over 1900 credentialed scientist that say there is no climate danger. Here is thepdf showing the scientist and what country they are from. https://clintel.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WCD-241023.pdf John Coleman, the first weather man for Good MorningAmerica and the Founder of the Weather Channel has gone on CNN and other media outlets stating,"There is no climate danger". He explain the reason for this narrative is the investors, in renewableenergy, want to make these changes. Hilo does not have a Community Development Plan. How can a Big Island General Plan move forwardwithout that? Hilo is 22% of the island. 1.13 under "Increase the biodiversity and resilience of native habitats" reads, "Incentivize private landmanagement practices that protect and enhance natural resource values and, when appropriate, pursuethe acquisition of lands for the protection of natural resources." "Incentives" mean more taxes."Protection" means more rules. Who's "values" is this plan referring too because it's not the locals?"Pursue the acquisition of lands" does this say they are going to pursing taking people's privateproperty? Again with "protection of natural resources". This plan should be focused on people growingmore food and it is doing the exact opposite!
This plan wants to turn land into "conservation". The exact opposite is what is needed for Big Island!We need to turn land into Ag Villages and grow more food! Steve Shropshire, a resident of Papaikou,has created an Ag Villages plan. Ag Village to add to the General Plan: Papaikou Ag Village Objectives: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_2cb1cc6d604f4cdd971ad40831c745bc.pdf Papaikou SitePlan: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_5e4cdb02efeb46a5ae949a3579aff00d.pdf Papaikou Development: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_c2af52c8b3c645b1a6868a724eee8304.pdf A Hawaiian born Kanaka revised the Collaborative Biocultural Stewardship that is in the plan. You cansee it in the pdf below: PartOne:https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_0a1d5be8f1d140069415f7b691725786.pdfPart Two: https://86fc0cbd-8207-4076-85fa-5a62e4e933b4.usrfiles.com/ugd/86fc0c_ecc498ba192d4a7689ebf31c3681c2ec.pdfHere is a longer revised version of the plan from locals: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_b34739e4c99c461685de4c0207bf286e.pdfThe way this plan is written is very far from what will support our island. C.S. Jenkins
From:Deborah Sevy
To:LPCtestimony
Subject:Reject Hawaii County General plan
Date:Sunday, January 12, 2025 9:40:18 AM
To whom this may concern,
Please tell the county council to reject the Hawaii County general
plan. It is to vague and has the potential to take away freedom and
rights of landowners. It needs a total re-haul. Government is hear to
serve the people not the other way around.
Mahalo for your kokua!
Aloha,
Deborah Sevy
Hawaii county resident since 1978
From:Donald
To:WPCtestimony
Cc:LPCtestimony
Subject:Revise Hawaii General Plan Testimony Here
Date:Sunday, January 12, 2025 5:08:38 AM
Aloha Commissioners,
The Big island Plan cannot go through the way it is designed. It is hard to believe any
local helped design this plan.
Here are some concerns:
There is a huge part of the plan dedicated to "Climate Change". However, why do
most experts state there is NO climate danger? Climate Experts Speak Out Against
Climate Danger Click Here!
The word "Stakeholder," defined in the plan, is written 86 times and literally means
anyone in the entire world can have input on this plan.
Please recommend Stakeholder change to the following: "Local Communities”.
Local Communities are local Big Island farmers, homeowners, renters,
organizations, businesses, and individuals who live on Big Island or have property
on Big Island that will be personally affected by projects, decisions, or activities in
the general plan. Effective local community engagement and management are
crucial for the success and sustainability of any initiative, as it helps ensure that
diverse perspectives and interests are considered.
The OSCER Department in the plan will null and void all public input and leave
decisions to unelected officials. This is NOT okay! This department should not be
created. This is on page 188, 40.8.
The Planning Department has sent out letters too many homeowners telling them
their land use will be changed from resident to recreation due to the General Plan
2045. This will drastically lower their property value and opens the door to rezone
the area. This is not pono. It breaks the Aloha Spirit law § 5-7.5. To reduce
someone's property value is not okay. This must be made pono again.
There is a huge section on climate change and things that will be affected. This
needs to be further researched. There are over 1900 credentialed scientist that say
there is no climate danger. Here is the pdf showing the scientist and what country
they are from. https://clintel.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WCD-
241023.pdf John Coleman, the first weather man for Good Morning America and
the Founder of the Weather Channel has gone on CNN and other media outlets
stating, "There is no climate danger". He explain the reason for this narrative is the
investors, in renewable energy, want to make these changes.
Hilo does not have a Community Development Plan. How can a Big Island General
Plan move forward without that? Hilo is 22% of the island.
1.13 under "Increase the biodiversity and resilience of native habitats"
reads, "Incentivize private land management practices that protect and enhance
natural resource values and, when appropriate, pursue the acquisition of lands for
the protection of natural resources." "Incentives" mean more taxes. "Protection"
means more rules. Who's "values" is this plan referring too because it's not the
locals? "Pursue the acquisition of lands" does this say they are going to pursing
taking people's private property? Again with "protection of natural resources". This
plan should be focused on people growing more food and it is doing the exact
opposite!
This plan wants to turn land into "conservation". The exact opposite is what is
needed for Big Island! We need to turn land into Ag Villages and grow more food!
Steve Shropshire, a resident of Papaikou, has created an Ag Villages plan.
Ag Village to add to the General Plan:
Papaikou Ag Village Objectives:
https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_2cb1cc6d604f4cdd971ad408
31c745bc.pdf
Papaikou Site
Plan: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_5e4cdb02efeb46a5ae9
49a3579aff00d.pdf
Papaikou Development:
https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_c2af52c8b3c645b1a6868a72
4eee8304.pdf
A Hawaiian born Kanaka revised the Collaborative Biocultural Stewardship that is in the
plan. You can see it in the pdf below:
Part
One: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_0a1d5be8f1d140069415
f7b691725786.pdf
Part Two: https://86fc0cbd-8207-4076-85fa-
5a62e4e933b4.usrfiles.com/ugd/86fc0c_ecc498ba192d4a7689ebf31c3681c2ec.pdf
Here is a longer revised version of the plan from locals:
https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_b34739e4c99c461685de4c02
07bf286e.pdf
The way this plan is written is very far from what will support our island.
Kona Hawaii
From:Rebecca Melendez
To:LPCtestimony; WPCtestimony; Planning General Plan
Subject:Oppose General Plan TDR Program, Broadband, Smart Grid...
Date:Sunday, January 12, 2025 7:53:06 AM
I am furious that the county uses confusing sentences in their General Plan and does not fully explaintheir true intentions. Please read my proof below.
I am extremely angry that the county is trying to control where and how we live through the TDRprogram:
2045 General Plan Page 80https://www.planning.hawaiicounty.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/308136/638597487229830000
9.f Study the feasibility, issues, and opportunities related to the development of a TDR program tostrategically preserve open space and achieve density to remain consistent with the land use pattern inaccordance with the General Plan Land Use Maps.
TDR is the Transfer of Development Rights (they do not let us know this. I had to research to find outwhat TDR meant)
As I understand it, the TDR program allows the county full rights to say where homes can and cannotbe built and whether private land is restricted. This restricts the right to build houses on private lands.If the county decides that property shouldn't be developed, we will lose our rights to build onprivately owned land.
"A TDR program seeks to preserve landowners' asset value by moving the right to build a house froma location where development is prohibited (e.g., for environmental reasons) to a location wheredevelopment is encouraged."
The county will decide the environmental reasons for incorporating land into the TDR program,which aims to give them full control over all the lands on Big Island and tell us where we can live.
"In the place where development is encouraged under TDR, zoning is changed to permit more units tobe built." This sentence explains that a TDR program builds "units," not houses, and gives the countyfull rights to tell people where they can and cannot build homes, and they will only be able to build"units" through the TDR program. https://njaes.rutgers.edu/highlands/transfer-development-rights.php
I am outraged that the county is not trying to help solve problems on the Big Island but rather tryingto create a 5G Smart City through their “Broadband and Smart Grid” that will cost billions to createand add years of serious traffic when we already have serious traffic issues.
It’s because their fibre cables (which they never mention in their GP) for their “Broadband/SmartGrid” have to go underground and require a lot of power, and Hawaii Electric already has powerissues.
Hawai’i Electric does NOT have the kind of power a Smart Grid needs, and this WILL add moreissues to the island's already-existing power problems.
https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/safety-and-outages/an-update-on-hawaii-island-power-generation
An update on Hawaii Island power generation – how you can help
“there’s no one to call on for backup - we’re on our own.
That’s why we will need everyone to work together over the next month, and possibly longer, toconserve electricity. We are extremely tight on what we call our generation margin, the marginbetween the demand for electricity and our ability to supply it. This demand typically peaks onweekdays between 5 and 9 p.m. and that’s when the margin is most critical.”
2045 General Plan Page 149
s 30.1 Treat broadband access as a basic utility that is available to all communities.
The county doesn’t mention that “broadband” is 5G. https://advantageslist.com/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-broadband/
30.12 Plan for broadband infrastructure to support smart grid development
The county doesn’t mention they want to turn the Big Island into a Smart City because the SmartGrid is the first thing to implement to do this.
https://smartgrid.ieee.org/resources?cafid=0&id=223
“A smart grid alone does three things. First, it modernizes power systems through self-healingdesigns, automation, remote monitoring and control… Thus, a smart grid sits at the heart of the smartcity, which cannot fully exist without it”.
Smart Grid Info:
https://minnovation.com.au/smart-cities-2/disadvantages-of-smart-cities-potential-challenges-and-concerns/
• “Privacy and Data Security:Smart cities rely heavily on the collection and analysis of vast amounts of data from sensors, cameras,and connected devices. This data is crucial for optimizing city operations and services. However, theextensive data gathering raises concerns about privacy infringement and data security. Citizens worryabout their personal information being accessed or misused.”
What are Smart Grids and Smart Cities? The county does not explain this in the General Plan. It lookslike they are hoping no one will research it. https://www.rfwireless-world.com/Terminology/Advantages-and-Disadvantages-of-Smart-Grid.html
30.3 Collaborate with utility companies to incentivize the underground siting of electrical andtelecommunications facilities within public rights-of-way
This sentence is confusing because the county doesn’t want us to fully understand that in order tocreate “telecommunications facilities,” they must put Fibre Cable underground; hence, they use thewording “underground siting.”
“Fibre overbuilds in the 21st century are becoming a widespread problem, with more fibre cablebeing laid on streets than can ever be utilised by the residents. Not only does this often cause mayhemon the roads, with closures and roadworks slowing traffic, but Fibre overbuilds can lead to countlessnegative effects on the environment, and the eventual rise in cost to the consumer and developer.”https://pulsefibre.co.uk/2023/06/15/when-more-is-less-the-risks-and-downsides-of-overbuild/
The county is not focusing on the island’s issues, like the fact we already have serious traffic issues.They want to create more traffic problems by laying down fibre cable that will create a"Broadband/Smart Grid," hence a Smart City, and they are explaining this to us by using minimalwording to confuse and obscure their true intentions.
This General Plan NEEDS TO BE OPPOSED because they want full control to be able to tell us howand where to live, in “unites” that are explained from the link I found above explaining the TDRprogram on page 80 and other pages throughout the GP.
They want to create a 5G "Broadband/ Smart Grid" on the Big Island without trying to solve theisland's traffic issues but rather spend a lot of time and money creating more traffic by laying outFibre Cable all over the Big Island to create their Smart City, and they are not even mentioning thehealth risks or are even trying to acknowledge them.
https://electronics360.globalspec.com/article/11104/the-dangers-that-come-with-a-smart-gridRe: The Dangers That Come with a Smart Grid#1John Endres2018-Feb-23 2:31 PM“One very critical danger that comes with a "smart grid" was not mentioned: the adverse healtheffects from electromagnetic fields. Current estimates of people experiencing adverse health effectsfrom wireless technology hover at around 5%--I am one of them. After the installation of a waterutility smart meter at my place of work, I experienced an escalation of symptoms (over time) thatstarted with headaches and ultimately culminated in a seizure (I lost control of my legs). One monthprior to the smart meter installation I had a complete annual physical and was given a clean bill ofhealth. I underwent a barrage of medical tests after a week of experiencing health symptoms (thyroid,EEG, MRI, etc.) and everything was normal. I did begin to feel some of the painful head and eyesensations (that I would feel near wireless sources) at the end of the MRI”.
The county does not acknowledge the health risks associated with their “Broadband/Smart Grid”plan, all the associated issues due to putting the fibre cables underground, or the fact that it will costbillions to create. They worded everything in their General Plan to sound like it would benefiteveryone, and it wouldn’t!
The county NEEDS to answer ALL of my questions in my last email I sent because they are NOTclear in what they are saying they want to do in their 2045 GP, and this plan CAN NOT go anyfurther UNLESS WE ALL FULLY UNDERSTAND WHAT THEIR PLAN IS!
The county NEEDS to TAKE OUT ALL MENTION OF THE TDR Program because it violates ourrights to live how and where we want.
The county NEEDS TO TAKE OUT ALL MENTION OF "Broadband/Smart Grid" and start solvingtraffic issues, and other island issues because this will cost billions, and add a lot more problems tothe Big Island.
Thank you,Rebecca Melendez
From:alicia palmvalleyfarm.com
To:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimony
Cc:alicia palmvalleyfarm.com
Subject:Testimony requesting the County Council reject the 2045 General Plan.
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 11:58:22 AM
Attachments:IJREAM_AMET_0006.pdf
Aloha,
I appreciate your consideration of our testimony opposing the 2045 General Plan. While our
elected officials reap their salaries, our volunteer commissioners are left to bear the brunt of
the backlash. As President Franklin D. Roosevelt once said, "nothing happens in politics by
accident." If something occurs, it is because it was planned that way.
We are under siege from attacks that provide their perpetrators with as much plausible
deniability as possible, often attributing these events to natural disasters or climate change.
While these factors play a role, they are being exploited with manufactured weather to target
specific areas. The edges and outskirts are being demolished. The results are devastating: dry
climates, floods, wildfires, water shortages, and homelessness. Our leaders and department
heads offer only apologies, failing to take meaningful and protective action.
Conspirators succeed because we struggle to accept that some may wish to harm their fellow
citizens. We must look around and plan ahead to protect ourselves.
Lawsuits have already shown that smart meters cause fires, yet they are ubiquitous across our
islands. Who benefits from these technologies: the public or the "shareholders", as hinted at in
the 2045 General Plan? There's a push to force us out of our homes and off our lands. We must
investigate weather modification programs, smart meters, lithium batteries, and 5G cell
towers, along with the bills and laws promoting a global agenda at the expense of local
communities.
Notably, low sound frequencies can extinguish fires. A blast of 30 to 60Hz bass can effectively
put out fires, leaving no environmental trace. Drones equipped with such capabilities could be
invaluable in hard-to-reach areas. Why aren't they being used if water is truly scarce?
What harm would come from pausing the 2045 plan to allow further investigation and input
from the local community? Most testifiers are happy to operate under the 2005 plan until
further discovery. If we find value in our discoveries, we can promote positive change. It's
about staying informed and making wise decisions, not blindly accepting potentially harmful
technologies, land grabs, and mandates that ultimately cause the people great harm.
Mahalo,
Alicia Wills
Palm Valley Farm LLC, Papaikou & Hakalau, Hawaii
Fires Extinguished with Sound Waves
Several demonstrations and experiments have shown the potential of
extinguishing fires using specific sound frequencies. Here are a few notable
examples:
• Charles Kellogg (1926): A naturalist demonstrated extinguishing a gas
flame using tonal vibrations produced by a large bow across an aluminum
tuning fork. This method produced a screeching sound that could extinguish
flames, suggesting that specific sound frequencies could disrupt
combustion processes.
DARPA’s Instant Fire Suppression (IFS) Program (2012): The Defense
Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) showcased a system capable
of extinguishing flames using sound waves. This project aimed to
understand the potential of sound waves in military applications and
demonstrated the effectiveness of low-frequency sound waves in
suppressing fires.
• George Mason University Students (2015): Seth Robertson and Viet Tran,
engineering students at George Mason University, developed a handheld
extinguisher that uses low-frequency sound waves to put out fires. Their
prototype, costing around $600, uses an amplifier and a cardboard
collimator to focus the sound waves, effectively extinguishing small,
alcohol-fueled fires.
These demonstrations underscore the immense potential of sound frequencies,
particularly low frequencies, in extinguishing fires by disrupting the combustion
process and separating fuel from oxygen. This is not just a theory, but a tangible
possibility that could revolutionize fire safety.
https://youtu.be/uPVQMZ4ikvM?si=x6biMJ2UNhYo2kVV George Mason University students
extinguish fire with sound frequency.
International Journal for Research in Engineering Application & Management (IJREAM)
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22| AMET_0006 @ MIT College of Engineering, Pune, Vol.04, Special Issue AMET-2018 DOI : 10.18231/2454-9150.2018.1391
Study of Acoustic Waves for Fire Extinguishment: A Review
Prof. S. R. Gore, Jay Uday Panchpor, Sumedh Mandar Vaidya and Kaivalya Sunil Patkar
† Department of Mechanical Engineering, MIT College of Engineering, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Department of Mechanical Engineering, MIT College of Engineering, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Department of Mechanical Engineering, MIT College of Engineering, Pune, Maharashtra, India Department of Mechanical Engineering, MIT College of Engineering, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Abstract-
The need for innovation and modernization in fire extinguishing techniques is extremely necessary. Accidents caused
due to fire are disastrous and can lead to irreversible losses. With the rising amount of dangers to the environment in
various aspects, it is essential to avoid as much damage as possible. The existing techniques have been created
considering only their efficiency in extinguishing fires and not considering the harms they can cause to the
environment. Another area of concern is the disasters caused by fire accidents in space. The use of traditional
chemical extinguishers in space is necessary to be avoided as much as possible. Study shows that sound waves could
be one of the potential alternatives for extinguishing fires. Research is necessary in the development of a similar
practical method of fire extinguishing and analyzing which frequency of sound waves gives optimum results. A
possible reason for the flame extinguishment due to sound waves can be that the continuously altering high and low
pressure waves when coupled with high air flow velocity cause disruptions in the air-fuel ratio at the flame boundary
which leads to diminishing of the boundary.
Keywords: Fire Extinguishment, Sound Waves, Frequency, Environment Safety, Space
Introduction-
Current extinguishers contain different kinds of
chemicals depending upon their application. Generally,
they are pressurized with Nitrogen or Carbon-dioxide
(CO2) and when this pressure released on the fire, it
extinguishes the fire. There are many such
asphyxiating and extinguishing agents like water,
potassium bicarbonate, foam etc. All these agents have
a common property of leaving by-products (for dry
chemical-based fire extinguishers) behind it. The waste
materials generated by these methods can be toxic and
their harmful effects are something that were never
given a thought to. Innovative methods are necessary
to minimize the generation of this waste. To deal with
fire, we need to have extensive information about fire
and its working on the Earth and in space.
Fire-
Fire is basically a chemical reaction which has
fluctuating degrees of heat and light. It can sustain
itself until it is deprived of any of its source
materials.Fires need a combustible, inflammable
material source and a sufficient amount of oxidizing
agentto start. When this mixture comes in contact with
a source of heat, a chain reaction takes place due to
rapid oxidation. Fire consists of four elements: fuel,
oxygen and a heating element in a proper mixture and
a chemical chain reaction. These four elements are
collectively referred to as the Flame Tetrahedron.Fire
can be extinguished when it isdeprived of any one of
these elements. Asphyxiating agents deprive fire of
oxygen, thus extinguishing it.
Application of Acoustic Waves-
Longitudinal waves are the waves in which
displacement occurs in the same direction as, or in the
opposite direction to, the direction of propagation of
the wave. They produce compressions and rarefactions
as they propagate through any medium. Acoustic
(longitudinal) waves interact with each other. This
interaction can be expressed in two different
categories: constructive and destructive interference.
When these waves are superimposed on each other,
the total resultant amplitude gives the soundpressure
or particle displacement at the point of interaction. The
resultant phase of the wave cancels or amplifies points
along the wave. Sound waves consist of a recurring
pattern of high-pressure and low-pressure regions
moving through a medium. The compressions are
regions of high air pressure while the rarefactions are
regions of low air pressure.
Effect of Sound Waves on Fire-
The idea of fire being affected by sound waves was
discovered as early as in 1858 by the American
scientist, John LeConte. In 1900, a German physicist,
Heinrich Rubens demonstrated the effect of sound
waves on fire through his experiment known as the
Ruben’s Tube. It is necessary to understand first that
acoustic or sound waves are basically longitudinal
pressure waves. They tend to move in a back-and-forth
(vibrating) motion so as to propagate. This motion can
thus be utilized to drive away oxygen molecules from
the fuel, thus extinguishing the flame. Secondly, as we
know the Ideal Gas Law states that the change in
pressure is directly proportional to the change in
temperature (PV = nRT), when the pressure waves are
directed at the source of the fire,they will decrease the
pressure at the source and in turn decrease the
temperature of the fire. Promising research and studies
in this field were first carried out by DARPA (Defense
Advanced Research Projects Agency) in USA. They
International Journal for Research in Engineering Application & Management (IJREAM)
ISSN : 2454-9150 Special Issue - AMET-2018
23| AMET_0006 @ MIT College of Engineering, Pune, Vol.04, Special Issue AMET-2018 DOI : 10.18231/2454-9150.2018.1391
concluded from their research that "a threshold
acoustic velocity must be applied to the flame in order
to achieve extinction, rather than a specific frequency
or acoustic pressure." However, it has been identified
that this is not always the case. Frequencies between
0Hz to 10Hz do not prove to be effective in
extinguishing flames, but frequencies between 30Hz to
60Hz show promising signs in the same. Combustion is
a chemical process in which the substance rapidly
reacts with oxygen and gives out energy in the form of
heat and light. Acoustic fields have a significant effect
on this process of combustion. When acoustic
oscillations are combined with the vibrations of heat
released from the fire, it alters the transportation
process of combustion.
The light emitted by fire exhibits dual nature.Light can
act as a wave as well as a particle. This wave-particle
duality of light is the focus of our consideration. The
pressure waves emitted in the form of sound affect the
air particles by pushing and pulling them away from
the source of the flame. Also, at the proper frequencies,
the acoustic waves produced by the wave extinguisher
are going through a process of destructive interference
to interrupt the natural behaviour of the flame.
Fire in Space-
In outer space, fire reacts differently to that on the
Earth. The fire formed in space has different shapes
and properties due to presence of zero gravity. In
space, fire flames are in the form of semi-circles with a
blue colour flame. Fire spreads from one air molecule
to the other. These air molecules act as heat
propagation elements. This process of convection is
done by ventilation fans in the space station. In space,
the smoke caused by these fires is not directed towards
smoke detectors and thus there is less chance of
detection of fire at space stations. Being able to
extinguish fires in space without the use of water or
any other chemicals is a real boon, but on the other
hand generating sound waves would require electricity
and astronauts would need to see the flames to aim the
sound waves at the exact point of source.
Ultrasound-
It has been seen that ultrasonic frequencies have an
effect on the chemical kinetics of any chemical reaction.
This high frequency (above 20000 Hz) is seen to cause
excitation which will prove to aid combustion. It might
also delay and perturb the chemical reaction which
depends on the bonding for the chemical compound for
the frequency under consideration. Actual effects of
ultrasound for extinguishing flames have not been
studied yet as optimum results were obtained for a
frequency range of 60 Hz.
Experimental Procedure-
1) A tone generator is used for producing sound
frequencies. Tone generator or a signal generator
is a device which converts electronic signals into
sound frequencies. Source of the electronic signal
is a DC current modified using integrated circuits.
This signal passes through a coil located near a
permanent magnet and connected to a flexible
membrane. The signal causes rapid fluctuations in
the surrounding magnetic field causing attraction
or repulsion from the fixed magnet, thus inducing
vibrations in the membrane to generate sound.
2) The sound waves are further directed towards a
subwoofer. The subwoofer is essentially a system
designed to play the lowest bass frequencies. It
also has a built-in (active subwoofer) or an
external (passive subwoofer) amplifier. The
subwoofer particularly amplifies the low
frequency signals (30 Hz to 40 Hz) which are
necessary for this experiment.
3) The low frequency sound waves are further
directed towards the vortex tube. A vortex tube is
basically a cylindrical object which has a
stretchable membrane on one side and is open on
the other side. When sound waves are focused on
this membrane, the membrane snaps forward and
collidesdirectly with the air molecules. This
accelerates the air molecules towards the other
open end and sets off a continuous series of high-
speed collisions of air molecules. This rapid
movement forms a stream or jet of air which is
directed towards the fire. When the jet of air
escapes the opening of the vortex tube into the still
air outside, it forms a ‘stable donut-shaped gaseous
projectile’. This is called a toroidal vortex or vortex
ring, hence the name vortex tube. The toroidal
vortex is caused by the friction of the jet of air with
the edges of the tube’s opening and the slow-
moving air outside the tube.
4) The stream of air escaping from the vortex tube
thus proves useful in extinguishing fires as
explained in the previous sections.
Fig.1 illustrates the experimental procedure using
a block diagram as shown-
Tone Generator: Generates sound frequencies from electronic signals.
Subwoofer: Seperates and amplifies the low frequency sound waves.
Vortex Tube: Generates stream of air using the low frequency sound waves.
Fire: Stream of air directed extinguishes the fire.
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Experimental Results-
Sound waves significantly affect the fire extinguishing
process. To evaluate the results, fire was exposed to
various sound frequencies: 0Hz, 10Hz, 30Hz, 35Hz and
40 Hz. Variation of pressure, sound and acoustic
velocity were evaluated with respect to the above
chosen frequencies. Sound travels in the form of waves,
which are simply variations of pressure in a medium.
The energy from vibrating objects, such as speaker
membranes, moves from particle to particle in the air
in a repeating pattern of high and low pressure zones
that is perceived as sound. It is found that the effective
range was between 30 Hz and 40 Hz, within the range
of human hearing. The effect of variation of pressure
with frequency is shown in Graph.1.
Graph.1Variation of Pressure with Frequency
The effect of variation of decibels of sound with the
frequency is shown in Graph.2.
Graph.2Variation of Sound with Frequency
The effect of variation of acoustic velocity with the
frequency is shown in Graph.3.
Graph.3Variation of Acoustic Velocity with Frequency
The research has also revealed the effects of important
parameters such as the length to diameter ratio of the
vortex tube on the acoustic velocity and pressure of
waves which has also been used in this
experiment.Experimentally, the geometry of the vortex
tube was optimized considering important parameters.
The chosen variations were 100 to 400 mm for length
and 50 to 100 mm for diameter. It was found that the
length of 300 mm and diameter of 100 mm show the
optimum pressure, velocity and sound for
extinguishing fires.
The effect of geometry of the vortex tube on the
pressure has been illustrated by Graph.4.
Graph.4Effect of Vortex Geometry on Pressure
The effect of geometry of the vortex tube on the
acoustic velocity has been illustrated by Graph.5.
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Graph.5Effect of Vortex Geometry on Acoustic Velocity
The effect of geometry of the vortex tube on the
decibels of sound has been illustrated by Graph.6.
Graph.5Effect of Vortex Geometry on Sound
Suggested Applications-
A few practical applications of fire extinguishing using
sound waves have been suggested as follows. Further
research is essential for their implementation:
5) Sound waves can be used for extinguishing fires
with the help of drones. Sources of sound
generation can be attached to the drones which
can thus cover a large area in a small period of
time and can also maintain their distance from
fires for safety. This avoids the actual contact
between humans and fires.
6) Installation of permanent automatic systems of fire
detection and extinguishing using sound waves can
result into quick response to fires and avoid their
spread.
7) Traditional extinguishing agents like Nitrogen gas
Carbon-dioxide gas (CO2) can be coupled with the
sound waves to increase the efficiency of fire
extinguishing.
8) In space, the use of sound waves for extinguishing
fires can prove to be very efficient. Avoiding the
use of traditional fire extinguishers reduces the
chance of addition of more space debris as sound
waves will produce no waste by-products.
9) Sound waves can play a very important role in
extinguishing fires in areas which are difficult for
humans to approach. Sound waves can be aimed at
the source of fire from a long distance and thus the
spread can be avoided.
Conclusions-
From the above experimentation and research, we
have thus reached the following conclusions:
1) Sound waves between the range of frequencies 30
Hz to 40 Hz have shown to have effect on flames
and thus possess the ability to extinguish fires.
2) The vortex tube necessary to be included in the
construction of this experiment has the following
dimensions for optimization of extinguishing
effect: Length is 300 mm and diameter is 100 mm.
3) Use of sound waves for extinguishing fires is an
environment-friendly process as it doesn’t include
the use of chemicals which are traditionally used in
fire extinguishers across the world. It also helps
conserve the resources like water for their use in
other applications.
4) This application of sound waves could prove to be
a massive breakthrough and could make
extinguishing fires very much safer for humans.
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From:Dan and Shannon Fisher
To:LPCtestimony
Subject:Revise Hawaii island General plan, 2045 testimony
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 7:51:24 PM
Aloha Commissioners,We reject this County of Hawaii General Plan, 2045 that has been submitted. Please vote to rejectthis plan from moving on. Some reasons this plan needs to be changed;
1. Climate change agenda or more specifically, climate crisis. There are many, thousands of scientists who do not believe the world and especially Hawaii is in aclimate crisis and the 2045 plan should not revolve around these issues when planning for ourfamilies future. There is no absolute proof that we are in crisis. In fact there is evidence of weathermanipulation all over the world especially when it pertains to these "climate crisis" events.https://clintel.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WCD-241023.pdf
2. The County Office of Sustainability, Climate, Equity and Resilience is DEI and is dangerous toour sovereignty as citizens of the United States of America and in Hawaii.On page 188, 40.8 Require all County departments to collaborate with the County Office of Sustainability,Climate, Equity, and Resilience (OSCER) as the lead agency to ensure the integration of theCounty’s goals of sustainability, climate resilience, and equity into all county operations andplanning initiatives.
Has this agency helped Hawaii citizens to get faster, more streamlined approvals on buildingpermits? This would be an important agenda above climate resilience and equity.The OSCER department can null and void all public input and leave decisions to unelectedofficials. I do not think this department acts in the Hawaiian pono way as is described in this HIGeneral Plan 2045 glossary.
Please consider more community input that can help Big Island continue to grow in beauty and ingrace considering our future keiki. Our children are unable to purchase land or house in thishorrible economy. Consider ways we can streamline the building process, allowing the Ohanasagain will help. We need to promote more farming. Give incentives to those who can produce and in so doingsustain our communities. Having access to fresh foods and implementing ways to feed the islandmore than importing.Improving the infrastructure on Big Island including the public transportation system. Creatingjobs by building recycling centers that truly break down and recycle the electronic componentsand or automobiles/parts similarly instead of filling up a container and shipping these things to themainland. Also, "green" batteries are not recyclable and dangerous to everyone. The "green scam"is not good anywhere.We have a shortage of doctors and specialists on the island. We can improve in these areas, notmaking more green spaces for people to walk in circles and be limited to their 15 minute smartcity. Please see the link below and it's contents referring to revisions;
https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_b34739e4c99c461685de4c0207bf286e.pdf
Mahalo for your attention to our concerns and for your understanding to the many concernedcitizens who reject this plan.
Dan and Shannon Fisher808-345-4449
From:jason klahr
To:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimony
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 7:53:09 PM
Aloha Commissioners,
The Big island Plan cannot go through the way it is designed. It is hard to believe any local helped
design this plan.
Here are some concerns: There is a huge part of the plan dedicated to "Climate Change". However, why do most experts statethere is NO climate danger? Climate Experts Speak Out Against Climate Danger Click Here!The word "Stakeholder," defined in the plan, is written 86 times and literally means anyone in the entireworld can have input on this plan.
Please recommend Stakeholder change to the following: "Local Communities”. Local Communities are
local Big Island farmers, homeowners, renters, organizations, businesses, and individuals who live on
Big Island or have property on Big Island that will be personally affected by projects, decisions, oractivities in the general plan. Effective local community engagement and management are crucial forthe success and sustainability of any initiative, as it helps ensure that diverse perspectives andinterests are considered. The OSCER Department in the plan will null and void all public input and leave decisions to unelected
officials. This is NOT okay! This department should not be created. This is on page 188, 40.8.
The Planning Department has sent out letters to many homeowners telling them their land use will be
changed from resident to recreation due to the General Plan 2045. This will drastically lower theirproperty value and open the door to rezone the area. This is not pono. It breaks the Aloha Spirit law §5-7.5. To reduce someone's property value is not okay. This must be made pono again. There is a huge section on climate change and things that will be affected. This needs to be further
researched. There are over 1900 credentialed scientists that say there is no climate danger. Here is the
pdf showing the scientist and what country they are from. https://clintel.org/wp-
content/uploads/2024/10/WCD-241023.pdf John Coleman, the first weatherman for Good Morning
America and the Founder of the Weather Channel has gone on CNN and other media outlets stating,"There is no climate danger". He explains the reason for this narrative is the investors, in renewableenergy, want to make these changes. Hilo does not have a Community Development Plan. How can a Big Island General Plan move forwardwithout that? Hilo is 22% of the island.
1.13 under "Increase the biodiversity and resilience of native habitats" reads, "Incentivize private land
management practices that protect and enhance natural resource values and, when appropriate,
pursue the acquisition of lands for the protection of natural resources." "Incentives" mean more taxes."Protection" means more rules. Who's "values" is this plan referring to because it's not the locals?"Pursue the acquisition of lands" does this say they are going to pursue taking people's privateproperty? Again with "protection of natural resources". This plan should be focused on people growingmore food and it is doing the exact opposite!
This plan wants to turn land into "conservation". The exact opposite is what is needed for Big Island!
We need to turn land into Ag Villages and grow more food! Steve Shropshire, a resident of Papaikou,
has created an Ag Villages plan.
Ag Village to add to the General Plan: Papaikou Ag Village Objectives: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_2cb1cc6d604f4cdd971ad40831c745bc.pdf Papaikou Site
Plan: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_5e4cdb02efeb46a5ae949a3579aff00d.pdf
Papaikou Development: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_c2af52c8b3c645b1a6868a724eee8304.pdf A Hawaiian born Kanaka revised the Collaborative Biocultural Stewardship that is in the plan. You can
see it in the pdf below:
PartOne:https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_0a1d5be8f1d140069415f7b691725786.pdfPart Two: https://86fc0cbd-8207-4076-85fa-5a62e4e933b4.usrfiles.com/ugd/86fc0c_ecc498ba192d4a7689ebf31c3681c2ec.pdfHere is a longer revised version of the plan from locals: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_b34739e4c99c461685de4c0207bf286e.pdfThe way this plan is written is very far from what will support our island. Please implement changes in
this email before moving forward.
Mahalo,Jason Klahr
From:Jileen Russell
To:LPCtestimony
Subject:County Plan Revision Opposition
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 9:16:04 AM
To Whom it concerns:
I am a resident of the State and County of Hawaii I oppose the entire County plan and it revisions in favor of
development of the land and exploitation of the resources of
our island.
I am a Farmer and a Rancher and a business owner in the State and County of Hawaii and in the District of North
Kohala.
I opposed so many aspects of the proposed County plan that it becomes an overwhelming amount of confusion and
sheer wonder as to who it is that is dreaming up these ideas for the future of Hawaii County. We need to look toward
the future with ideas of conservation of land, strong agricultural practices and preservation of the culture it maintains
and allows more of our Children to stay and work in Hawaii.
If COVID taught us anything it taught us that the economy of Hawaii can not exist on tourism and becoming a
retirement colony for mainlanders. We need to feed and provide healthcare for the people who live here and if the
boats stop because of any catastrophic event or economic collapse as they have 2-3 times in the last 25 years we are
in need of a County that can respond to the needs of the Residents of Hawaii and Hawaii County.
Go back to your table and figure this out because this plan might work for the Mainland Counties of the Continental
USA but it is not for us. If you are relying on the advice and control of the Businesses of Contractors and HELCO
and US Federal Government to tell you how do make this plan then you are sorely mistaken and need to ask the
people of Hawaii to vote in an election on the sweeping changes you propose to the land and the livelihoods of the
people of Hawaii. You do work for us, we pay your salary.
With the respect to the difficulty of the job you have signed up for,
Jileen Russell
Pu’u O Kumau Ranch
From:kanaloaleohano
To:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimony; Kimball, Heather; Council Testimony; Planning General Plan; Planning InternetMail; Roy, Alex
Subject:TESTIMONY regarding PROPOSED general plan for HAWAIʻI County / Island
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 5:52:49 PM
1. The entire thing needs to be re-done by people who love people -- not profit, that is by
people who work from the SPIRIT of the State Constitution section 5-7.5 regarding
ALOHA SPIRIT. To quote: "Aloha" means mutual regard and affection and extends
warmth in caring with no obligation in return. The current draft involves people in
power who are seeking to line their own pockets. Stop. Seriously, dump the whole
thing. IT IS OBVIOUSLY WRITTEN BY SOMEONE IN THE PAY OF Blackrock,
Vanguard, Gates, Soros, or any number of other disgusting, money-printing entities. The
core of the document is: "The Countyʻs desired land use development pattern." THIS
IS NOT FOR THE COUNTY TO DECIDE !!!! As noted in #11 below: Our micro-
climates are so vast and varied there is NO CHANCE that anyone at the County
level would know what needs to go where. THAT CAN ONLY BE LEARNED BY
LIVING ON, BY WALKING, THE LAND. Leave people to make their OWN
DECISIONS about what to do with their own land.
2. The State, and the County, have NO RIGHT TO ACQUIRE LAND !! and any
reference to such in this proposed document should be removed!!! And, the
State has NO RIGHT to any County property, and none should be handed over
without agreement of ancestral owners and local residents, and NO HARBOR
SHOULD BE HANDED TO THE STATE. Remove any reference to "Hawaiʻi
State Wildlife Action Plan" as it has NO RELEVANCE for our island and the
State should NOT BE MANAGING our island.
3. There is no such thing as "climate change" caused by humans, and anything
referring to such should be entirely removed. https://clintel.org/world-climate-
declaration/ Remove ANY reference to "carbon footprint", "net zero",
"greenhouse gas", "green infrastructure" and / or "climate adaptation". Remove
ANY reference to "decarbonizing."
4. Remove the section 2.2 Biocultural Stewardship Goal (1.13) because Maui has
shown the pain, suffering and financial loss such government over-reach leads
to.
5. Remove the section 17.4, Page 111, because a person applying for land use
clearance should not involve the government attempting to grab their land.
6. Remove the word "stakeholder" from everywhere it appears, and instead use
the words "homeowner" or "farmer".
7. Leave the zoning alone. Leave it alone.
8. Remove ANY reference to "digital literacy" and its related "5G"-type insanity.
BETTER TO PUT SOMETHING ABOUT "FARMING LITERACY" OR "FISHING
LITERACY" OR "HUNTING LITERACY". Remove ANY reference to prioritizing
digital above actual. There is nothing in this proposed document about
PRIORITIZING FARMING, FISHPOND CARE AND MAINTENANCE, and
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT and THERE SHOULD BE !!!!!
9. Remove the words "equity" and "equitable" from everywhere they appear. We
need EQUALITY of opportunity, NOT equity of results !!!! People need to work
for what they get, and people who have worked and succeeded need to keep
the fruits of their labors. THERE WILL NEVER BE EQUITY, LEGISLATED OR
NOT!!!! "Safe and affordable utilities" are NOT a right! People need to work for
what they get!
10. Remove the word "sustainability" from everywhere it appears. This is NOT
something that can be regulated into existence!!! It is a loosey-goosey term that
has NO SCIENTIFIC PARAMETERS, NO EFFECTIVE DEFINITION for
anything to do with lawmaking !!
11. Remove ANY proposed regulation that would increase restriction or result in
ANY fee to a farmer. We need food !!
12. Remove ANY proposed requirement for a permit. We have too many of these
already.
13. Remove ANY reference to "incinerator" -- "waste-to-energy" or ANY other use.
NO resident wants such, and we have stated such in the past
UNEQUIVOCALLY.
14. Remove ANY proposed map of land use. Our micro-climates are so vast and
varied there is NO CHANCE that anyone making a map would know what
needs to go where. THAT CAN ONLY BE LEARNED BY LIVING ON, BY
WALKING, THE LAND. Leave people to make their OWN DECISIONS about
what to do with their own land. Remove the word "conform" any time it has
ANYTHING to do with private land use.
15. REMOVE 32c and 32p and 20e because all have to do with the heinous,
despicable, insane, terrible, egregious concept of "smart" cities. In fact, remove
EVERYTHING that has ANYTHING to do with the "SMART" acronym and / or
idea.
16. Remove ANY reference to digital currencies.
17. Remove ANY reference to clusters of population, or "site clustering of
development". This island is NOT THE PLACE for such ideas. We are farmers.
REMOVE section 4.5.1. Remove ANY reference to population density or
"clusters". This island is NOT THE PLACE for such ideas. ALSO, IT IS INSANE
TO PRIORITIZE WALKING AND BICYCLING OVER CARS ON THIS ISLAND.
No farmer is going to walk or bicycle to get his / her produce to market !!!!
18. Remove ANY use of the word "resilience." This is a psychological term that has
NO PLACE in a government document.
19. Close down the County Office of Sustainability, Climate, Equity, and Resilience
(OSCER) as NOBODY VOTED FOR THIS OFFICE TO BE STARTED.
Remove ANY reference to such office from the proposed general plan.
20. Remove ANY reference to "incentive" in regard to taxes on peopleʻs land, such
as to "incentivize" them to build "affordable" housing. This is a COMPLETELY
WRONG way to get "affordable" housing built. MUCH MORE IMPORTANT
would be to "incentivize" clean industries to move to our island, where people
would be able to get employment to AFFORD good housing. In fact, THERE IS
NOTHING IN THE DOCUMENT TO SUPPORT ECONOMIC GROWTH !!!
WHY NOT?
21. Remove ANY concept that would involve "inspection" or "surveillance" or
"inventory" of land.
22. Housing developers should not be released from requirements to build
infrastructure and should have to post a bond, so we stop having them "get
away with" never completing promised roads, etc.
23. Prohibit 5G, or 6G, or whatever they come up with that is similar.
24. All current use of septic or cesspool should be grandfathered-in, with only
changes made at a market-rate sale of a property. There are VERY FEW areas
where household waste water affects the ocean or inland water. Take care of
those few places, leave everything else alone. And this has NOTHING to do
with centralized wastewater -- not on our lava-rock island!!! In fact, there should
be an AUDIT of CURRENT centralized wastewater facilities, as there are
problems with some of them!!!
25. Get Pohakuloa Military Base to stop polluting. NO "TREATED"
WASTEWATER for any food or farming use.
26. Pohakuloa Military Base gets its land for a dollar a year and shoots weapons
directly above our islandʻs largest aquifer. Get them to stop!
27. Remove ANY reference to incentivizing or regulating water use. THIS IS NOT
THE PLACE FOR SUCH. We have water-use people already taking care of this.
"Water commitments" are something the DWS should take care of -- or
individual bills introduced to remedy any problem.
28. Remove the phrase "circular systems". This is a concept only vaguely defined
and certainly without any solid demonstration of its use.
29. Remove the phrase "Vision Zero" as it has NO RELEVANCE for our island.
30. Remove the phrase "One Water" as it refers to a North America group and has
NO RELEVANCE for our island.
WHAT ALREADY HAS BEEN SAID, AND I REPEAT:
General Plan 2045 references ʻeconomic growthʻ but does not discuss in any way the
drivers of the economy. It SHOULD be a study and plan, on how best to support:
Farmers
Producers of Goods
Providers of Services
.....so we can build a great economy together.
Rather, it seeks to: restrict, impose fees, place taxes ... pays attention to airport
terminals and harbors, transportation and urban development -- nothing that is alive
and producing value for our economy, but tools that are needed by people who ARE
alive and producing, so should not be used as a way to rake in money for civil servant
salaries.
Supposedly a plan about development, it barely mentions the Farmers, Producers of
Goods, Providers of Services, barely mentions:
Agriculture
Commerce
Industries
Jobs
Economic Activities
It wants to make everyone walk, ride a bike or take a bus.
Nuts.
Dump the whole thing.
From:mardi strong
To:LPCtestimony
Subject:The general plan is a flop
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 9:27:12 AM
My name is Mardi Strong And I'm here to tell you that your general plan sucks it is ridiculous to
think that you were trying to trample over human rights telling humans how to live on their own
properties but you're trying to take away their constitutional rights as well that's not going to
work . Why the government whoever the talking heads are committee you know who they are
they're your friends to people on the committee are you happy about what you're doing
pretending to care that all the thousands of people who got torched up in the Lahaina kill zone
are you happy that you're sitting up here accepting the money you do for your job knowing that
you helped facilitate the murdering of thousands of innocent people how do you sleep at night
knowing that you were just here to push their agenda does this make you happy does this pay
your rent why are you on the committee what kind of perks do you get because you guys need
to be blamed for a lot of things like what is being done about the pigs there who were blocking
the roads to keep people from exiting the fire zone what's being done about that are those pigs
fired do those pigs keep their job for help facilitating the murder of thousands of people during a
crisis at that now if I would have had my truck I would have bulldozed right through those cars
so everyone else could get out behind me that's just kind of person I am but I wasn't there and
you're trying to make Hawaiians just accept the fact that this is how it's going no they don't
have to just accept it they can stand up and fight against it because what you're doing in this
little general plan is trying to take away the Hawaiian out of the people you're trying to erase
Hawaii out of Hawaii turning it into a corporate funhouse for who people with money what
about the people who live there you expect them to just be hospitality people smile to the
people that's a bunch of BS more Hawaiians need to get to these meetings and speak up let the
committee and their stakeholders hear what you have to say because I'm going to say I want to
know who all the stakeholders are I want their names their corporations and what part of this
agenda are they pushing because murder was part of the plan and there should be some kind
of consequence for murdering thousands of people for new housing oh dear committee you are
not off the hook you are part of the problem along with some other government officials from
Hawaii they are corrupt and they need to be dealt with swiftly and let them never be in public
arenas again so dear committee you people sitting up here is your job worth sitting there
pretending like you care because if you did care you would be sticking up for the people not
pretending to care but I'm going to say it karma knows who you guys are, And Karma knows
where you live and Karma is gonna come back and come after you for doing harm to the
humans and animals on Earth you will have a price to pay karma will see to that are you ready
for karma. And I do hope you read this out loud because the people need to know what people
are thinking I'm not afraid to speak no one should be afraid to speak anything at this point the
government should be very afraid to speak and they are that's why we got crickets
From:Mele Akua
To:LPCtestimony; WPCtestimony
Subject:General Plan 2045 Testimony - Geoengineering
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 2:46:24 PM
Aloha Leeward Planning Commission and Windward Planning Commission:
Hawai'i County General Plan 2045 is based on reducing the effects of "ClimateChange". Yes, it is man made, but not in the way we're told (that there are toomany people) as you've heard in multiple testimonies. It's the result of weathermodification through the covert use of technologies, or Geoengineering, which hasresulted in severe harm to our climate. Please consider the information below fromhttp://www.GeoengineeringWatch.org
It provides numerous references.
The basis of General Plan 2045 is a scam, please postpone and revise it based onthe suggestions you've been given in public testimonies.
Mahalo!GEOENGINEERING
· What if there were a monumental environmental threat that you didn’teven know was happening?
· What if you found out it is affecting your health and that of people youknow and love?
· What if you knew it was such an enormous problem that it has thepotential to destroy our crops and trees, the soil they are grown in, our entirewater supply, and whole ecosystems – and that if you didn’t act, we couldnever turn back?
We are not talking about fracking, nuclear energy, or the oil industry. We’renot even talking about climate change.
What if it came into use in an insidious way, just as GMO foods have comeinto our food supply without our knowledge? What if it appeared to beharmless, but it wasn’t? And what if it were so cleverly woven into our culturethat we didn’t even see it anymore? What if it were so masterfully stigmatizedand wrapped in controversy that if you thought it strange or concerning, you’dbe scorned or ignored?
It sounds like science fiction, but it’s not. It’s happening right above you, andit’s called “geoengineering”.
You can find articles and debates in which scientists are proposing to “dim” thesun to slow down climate change, using a technique called “Solar RadiationManagement” (SRM). Their concept is to mimic the dimming and cooling
effects of a volcanic eruption and existing particulate pollution made by humanactivity. However, it has been out of the proposal stage for quite some time,and even though officials will not admit it, SRM is already in full-scaleoperation.
SRM sounds like a viable solution to slowing climate change, and scientistshave repeated how “cheap” it is over and over again. But it comes with a price.In fact, it comes with many.
Global climate engineering/geoengineering programs are radically disruptingweather patterns, disrupting the hydrological cycle (causing drought in someareas, flooding others), destroying the ozone layer, and contaminating the entireplanet with the toxic fallout from these atmospheric spraying operations.
Climate engineering programs have been fully deployed for many years. Thereis a mountain of hard science data and film footage to back up this statement offact.
If you’re concerned, take a few minutes to view the trailer to “Look Up”, anewly released, award winning documentary, narrated by William Baldwin. Itis an excellent introduction to the issue of ongoing climate engineering /geoengineering.
We have included articles and information that will shine more light on thisextremely important issue, one that is radically affecting our planet’s lifesupport systems, and every one of us. Our only goal is that you will reviewwhat we have included, and we hope it will motivate your continuedinvestigation of the completely illegal, unregulated, and incredibly devastatingclimate modification programs that are being conducted on a global scale.
YOU CAN LEARN MORE AT: WWW.GEOENGINEERINGWATCH.ORG
“Climate Engineering, Weather Warfare…” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yZhh2leRJA
“The Most Important Topic of Our Time” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2x6TEeknfo
You can find more documents and many pictures on these links:
Wonderfest 2010, discussing Solar Radiation Management. Select 08below video http://tinyurl.com/oyd84v3
Global Research article: http://tinyurl.com/bxy5yqy
Monsanto Buys Climate Corporation http://rt.com/news/monsanto-buy-
climate-corporation-687/
Council on Foreign Relations article: The Truth About Geoengineeringhttp://tinyurl.com/n6x8va6
But is it really sulphurs they’re talking about using? What aboutaluminum? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmGRy_cCiZwWhy would aluminum be a problem?http://www.lenntech.com/periodic/elements/al.htm (and it can never beremoved from our soil.)
Still not convinced weather modification is taking place or has beenused in the past? Click on the links below.
http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/ops/popeye.htm
93rd Annual American Meteorological Conference, January 2013See page 6, Section 2.6 “Seeding of Cirrus Clouds to Reduce GlobalWarming” http://tinyurl.com/lqhu7ql
Weather Modification Inc. www.weathermodification.com (They see“potential”. We’re concerned about that.)
North American Weather Modification Council www.nawmc.org (We’reconcerned about this, too.)
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
PLEASE, FORWARD THIS LETTER TO EVERYONE YOU KNOW.
WE ARE FAR BEYOND THE POINT WHERE WE CAN WORRYABOUT WHAT PEOPLE THINK OF US.
OUR PLANET HAS NO CHANCE IF WE DO NOT RAISEAWARENESS AND SPEAK OUT.
From:Mele Akua
To:LPCtestimony; WPCtestimony
Subject:POSTPONE & REVISE GENERAL PLAN 2045 TESTIMONY
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 2:30:28 PM
Aloha Leeward Planning Commission, and Windward Planning
Commission:
Please postpone the General Plan 2045 going to the County Council
this year, and advise the Hawai’i County Planning Department to
increase their efforts to let everyone on the Big Island know about the
Plan. They said they tried hard to get the word out, but their efforts have
FAILED. When we ask people if they know about the General Plan, they
ALWAYS say “No, what’s that?” This General Plan 2045 development
process has lacked transparency; therefore, Big Island residents
deserve more time to learn about and comment on the Plan. This Plan
will result in new regulations, laws and taxes ALL of us will have to live
under, including you Commissioners, and it is NOT FAIR that practically
no one knows about it. The new Laws and Taxes based on General
Plan 2045 as it is, could further increase the cost of living here. No one
would want that! The Plan needs to be revised!
And please reschedule a WPC General Plan meeting in January for
Hilo. It is not Pono to take away an opportunity to learn about General
Plan 2045 and to testify from the people of Hilo and on the Windward
side.
Government is supposed to work for we the people, not the other way
around. I pray that you are considering our testimonies, and hear our
requests to postpone General Plan 2045 going to County Council, or
stick with the 2005 General Plan.
Commissioners, you say you represent us - please make decisions that
protect our RIGHTS and FREEDOMS!
Mahalo!
From:Rebecca MelendezTo:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimony; Planning General PlanSubject:Testimont to Please OPPOSE General PlanDate:Monday, January 13, 2025 8:22:56 PM
This General Plan is highly vague at times. In some of their explanations, they do not use the exact title but abbreviations, which takes time to research what they want to implement. They should have these abbreviations in the glossary
Big Island County 2045 General Plan https://www.planning.hawaiicounty.gov/.../638597487229830000
Pages 80, 82 & 87 mention the TDR Program
9.f Study the feasibility, issues, and opportunities related to the development of a TDR program to strategically preserve open space and achieve density to remain consistent with the land use pattern in accordance with the General PlanLand Use Maps.
TDR is the Transfer of Development Rights (the county GP does not let us know this. I had to research to find out what TDR meant)
"A TDR program seeks to preserve landowners' asset value by moving the right to build a house from a location where development is prohibited (e.g., for environmental reasons) to a location where development is encouraged."
The county will decide the “environmental reasons” for incorporating land into the TDR program, which aims to give them full control over all the lands on Big Island and tell us where we can live by “prohibiting” areas fromdevelopment.
"In the place where development is encouraged under TDR, zoning is changed to permit more units to be built." This sentence explains that a TDR program builds "units" and gives the county full rights to tell people where they can andcannot build homes through their TDR program.
“Because the money from this change in zoning is a windfall to current landowners in the development zone, the state is justified in laying claim to this money and turning it over to people whose development rights were taken away as aresult of the environmental regulation.”
https://njaes.rutgers.edu/highlands/transfer-development-rights.php?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2oM9RMwZPEYeQr6caNxt8RgLcBN3sJxBgaEBt7qO6VzR_wnGkmCnSWreE_aem_1ZCug_WZHv82MykEkHL3qw
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9.3 Zoning, subdivision, and other applicable ordinances shall provide for and protect open space areas.
What does the county mean by “other applicable ordinances”? Because an Ordinance is “a law or rule made by a government or authority” What other rules does the county want to put on ALL of us?
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/ordinance
9.4 Support mechanisms, such as PUD (Planned Unit Development; the county doesn’t mention what this stands for; I had to research it) and Cluster Plan Development (CPD), that group parcel density to preserve open space,recreational areas, or scenic viewsheds.
Forbes.com "A planned unit development, or PUD, is a community of single-family homes, and sometimes condos or townhomes, where every homeowner belongs to a homeowners association (HOA)."
https://www.forbes.com/advisor/mortgages/what-is-a-planned-unit-development/
This General Plan seems to be trying to incorporate HOAs. The HOA fees would then go to the county, right?
General Plan Page 87
Everything below is to enforce their TDR program.
13.1 Encourage flexibility in the design of residential sites, buildings, and related facilities to achieve a diversity of socio-economic housing mix and innovative means of meeting the market requirements.
13.2 Prioritize increase in density, rehabilitation, and redevelopment within existing zoned urban areas already served by basic infrastructure, or close to such areas.
13.4 Encourage the rehabilitation and/or utilization of maximum density in multi-family residential areas.
13.8 Focus on medium- and high-density residential and commercial uses in communities that can sustain a higher intensity of uses and where consistent with General Plan Land Use Map and existing town character
13.9 Support the rezoning of land to multiple residential near places of employment, retail, utilities, and educational, recreational, cultural, and public facilities.
The GP Land Use Map has already sent letters to private landowners saying they have “Rezoned” their Land Use Titles. Some Land Use Titles are now recreation lands that the landowner cannot pass on to their family or sell.
Who gives the county this right to change Land Use Titles? How is this legal?
PLEASE OPPOSE THIS FOR THE SAKE OF OUR COMMUNITY RIGHTS TO OWN LAND.
2045 General Plan Page 149
s 30.1 Treat broadband access as a basic utility that is available to all communities.
The county doesn’t mention that “broadband” is 5G 22 Advantages And Disadvantages Of Broadband Connection.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broadband
In telecommunications, broadband or high speed is the wide-bandwidth data transmission that exploits signals at a wide spread of frequencies or several different simultaneous frequencies, and is used in fast Internetaccess. The transmission medium can be coaxial cable, optical fiber, wireless Internet (radio), twisted pair cable, or satellite.
The term “broadband” refers to high-speed and high-bandwidth communication infrastructure.
“Broadband is the transmission of high-quality data of wide bandwidth. In its simplest form, it is a high-speed internet connection that is always on. Broadband connections include Wi-Fi, DSLs, fiber, and satellites.”
https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/broadband.asp
Broadband will always be on. The county has NOT researched the health risks of this.
30.2 Develop and support a program of free, public-use broadband services at appropriate County-owned facilities, mass transit facilities, and other community anchor institutions.
What do they mean by “community anchor institutions”? What kind of institution do they want to create?
30.12 Plan for broadband infrastructure to support smart grid development
The county doesn’t mention wanting to turn the Big Island into a Smart City because implementing a Smart Grid is the first step in this process.
https://smartgrid.ieee.org/resources?cafid=0&id=223
“A smart grid alone does three things. First, it modernizes power systems through self-healing designs, automation, remote monitoring and control… Thus, a smart grid sits at the heart of the smart city, which cannot fully exist withoutit”.
A Smart Grid will allow them to have more control through “remote monitoring,” which will fully take our privacy away.
Smart Grid Info:
https://minnovation.com.au/smart-cities-2/disadvantages-of-smart-cities-potential-challenges-and-concerns/
“Privacy and Data Security:Smart cities rely heavily on the collection and analysis of vast amounts of data from sensors, cameras, and connected devices. This data is crucial for optimizing city operations and services. However, the extensive data gathering raisesconcerns about privacy infringement and data security. Citizens worry about their personal information being accessed or misused.”
What are Smart Grids and Smart Cities? The county does not explain this in the General Plan. It looks like they are hoping no one will research it. https://www.rfwireless-world.com/Terminology/Advantages-and-Disadvantages-of-Smart-Grid.html
30.3 Collaborate with utility companies to incentivize the underground siting of electrical and telecommunications facilities within public rights-of-way
30.4 Continuously improve the use of broadband communications and digital technology to educate and provide public services with a focus on digital access.
30.5 Siting of new communications facilities shall comply with performance standards and site colocation as stated in the Code.
The above sentences are confusing because it looks like the county doesn’t want us to understand that to create “telecommunications facilities fully,” they must put Fibre Cable underground; hence, they use the wording “Siting.” So, wedon’t fully understand the consequences of laying cable under streets.
I feel that they want to confuse us because “sitting” sounds better than causing serious traffic to dig up all the roads to lay down this kind of cable all over the Big Island, which will cost billions.
Page 150
30.b Develop standards for the siting and construction of wireless telecommunication facilities.
“Fibre overbuilds in the 21st century are becoming a widespread problem, with more fibre cable being laid on streets than can ever be utilised by the residents. Not only does this often cause mayhem on the roads, with closures androadworks slowing traffic, but Fibre overbuilds can lead to countless negative effects on the environment, and the eventual rise in cost to the consumer and developer.” https://pulsefibre.co.uk/2023/06/15/when-more-is-less-the-risks-and-downsides-of-overbuild/
General Plan Page 149
30.8 Promote and incentivize the landing of transpacific submarine fiber optic cables
The county is not focusing on the island’s issues, like the fact we already have serious traffic issues. They want to create more traffic problems by laying down fibre cable that will create a "Broadband/Smart Grid," hence a Smart City,and they are explaining this to us by using minimal wording to confuse and obscure their true intentions.
The county is not acknowledging that Hawai’i Electric does not have the kind of power a Smart Grid needs, which will add to the island's already-existing power issues.
https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/safety-and-outages/an-update-on-hawaii-island-power-generation
An update on Hawaii Island power generation – how you can help
“there’s no one to call on for backup - we’re on our own.
That’s why we will need everyone to work together over the next month, and possibly longer, to conserve electricity. We are extremely tight on what we call our generation margin, the margin between the demand for electricity and ourability to supply it. This demand typically peaks on weekdays between 5 and 9 p.m. and that’s when the margin is most critical.”
The county has not provided any information on the health risks to people, animals, and the environment from “Broadband” which will always be on and everywhere.
https://electronics360.globalspec.com/article/11104/the-dangers-that-come-with-a-smart-grid
Re: The Dangers That Come with a Smart Grid#1John Endres2018-Feb-23 2:31 PM“One very critical danger that comes with a "smart grid" was not mentioned: the adverse health effects from electromagnetic fields. Current estimates of people experiencing adverse health effects from wireless technology hover ataround 5%--I am one of them. After the installation of a water utility smart meter at my place of work, I experienced an escalation of symptoms (over time) that started with headaches and ultimately culminated in a seizure (I lost controlof my legs). One month prior to the smart meter installation I had a complete annual physical and was given a clean bill of health. I underwent a barrage of medical tests after a week of experiencing health symptoms (thyroid, EEG, MRI,etc.) and everything was normal. I did begin to feel some of the painful head and eye sensations (that I would feel near wireless sources) at the end of the MRI”.
The county does not acknowledge the health risks associated with their “Broadband/Smart Grid” plan, all the associated issues due to putting the fibre cables underground, or the fact that it will cost billions to create. They wordedeverything in their General Plan to sound like it would benefit everyone, and it wouldn’t!
30.9 Alleviate barriers and assist broadband projects with navigating through the regulatory permitting process.
They say “Alleviate barriers and assist broadband projects” are the barriers health regulations because the broadband will be on all the time? What are the barriers the county is wanting to alleviate to create their broadband projects?
The county mentions Broadband and a Smart Grid is the county also planning for an increase in cell towers? If so have they researched health issues because of cell towers?
Cell towers point straight to roads, homes, and commercial areas…Because the island is mountainous, the tops of cell towers can be only a few feet from these areas.
On Palani Rd. and Queen K HWY, there are two cell towers whose tops are only a few feet from the HWY.
On Hualalai Rd., there is a cell tower facing a retirement home and it’s less than 100 ft away.
In Hawi town, there is a cell tower at a gas station. The top of the tower is directly across from residential homes.
Has the county checked these places to do any research on whether people are being affected by cell tower radiation before they keep allowing and agreeing to more cell towers?
https://mdsafetech.org/cell-tower-health-effects/
“Overall results of this review show three types of effects by base station antennas on the health of people: radiofrequency sickness (RS), cancer (C) and changes in biochemical parameters (CBP). Considering all the studies reviewedglobally (n = 38), 73.6% (28/38) showed effects: 73.9% (17/23) for radiofrequency sickness, 76.9% (10/13) for cancer and 75.0% (6/8) for changes in biochemical parameters...Of special importance are the studies performed on animals ortrees near base station antennas that cannot be aware of their proximity and to which psychosomatic effects can never be attributed.”
Will there be any health and safety research and studies on what a safe distance and a safe number of cell towers should be for human bodies, trees, and animals?
30.i Pursue partnerships and funding for broadband initiatives and deployments
30.j Support the coordination of infrastructure projects between the public and private sectors to create areas for the deployment of broadband zones
30.k Seek federal and other opportunities for the funding of broadband infrastructure.
The county seriously wants Broadband on this island and it would cause a lot more traffic, and they say nothing about doing any research on the health risks to people, animals, and the environment.
30.l Support the State to develop a broadband dashboard to track progress and gaps that will inform decision-making in economic development on Hawaiʻi Island.
Do they want to track gaps so they can keep laying out more cable and making more traffic? This is what it seems like to me.
30.m Foster public-private partnerships to support the development and expansion of broadband infrastructure, including community networks.
The people that would support this are the people who would make money from this.
Where is the health and safety research for this?
General Plan Page 87
13.13 Support master planning by public and private institutions and landowners which emphasize TOD, affordable housing, and mixed-use development.
TOD - Transit- Orientated Development (I had to research what TOD meant because I didn’t see it the GP)
What is their “Master Planning” they want to support? I don’t see any information on this.
General Plan Page 82
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19.d Identify all roles for interdepartmental collaboration in delivering a truly multimodal transportation system.
A multimodal transportation system consists of more than one source of transportation to the destination. So, do they mean we will have to take a bus and our car to get where we want to go? Will they force us to do this through their“Ordinances”?
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20.e Adopt a Complete Streets ordinance.
What is their “Complete Streets Ordinance”? They seem to be adding more rules, laws, and regulations for everyone.
General Plan Page 87
13.10 Development of TODs and TNDs are encouraged within locations of the urban centers shown on the General Plan Land Use Map. These locations are approximate and become fixed during rezoning.
TNDs - Traditional Neighborhood Development
TOD - Transit- Orientated Development
TOD goes with the TDR program this is why they want to “cluster” us, “Reduced Traffic Congestion With more people living close to transit options, there’s less need for cars, which can reduce traffic congestion and make roads safer foreveryone.”
https://publicinput.com/Customer/File/Full/2e2df935-0117-426b-9753-1bd0776574d7
“While the intention behind the TOP may be to create a more transit-friendly city, its current form is over-constructed, overly broad, gives too much power to developers, neglects the interests of existing businesses, and imposesunnecessary TOD in areas where it simply isn’t warranted. The plan requires significant revision to ensure it supports thoughtful, balanced growth that truly benefits the community.”
https://www.saspeakup.com/tod#tab-54195
What is the county’s TOD plan? We need more buses. They don’t mention their plan and their “ordinances” for it, if any.
General Plan Page 86
“The Urban Growth Areas (UGA) include highdensity Transit Oriented Development (TOD), medium-density Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND), and low-density Urban Neighborhood Centers. These centers providephysical, social, governmental, and economic concentrations and easier access to services, recreation, and employment activities.”
They never mention their exact plan for implementing a TOD plan on page 86.
They don't give any ideas of how they will increase public transportation. The bus system has been breaking down for years and is rarely on time. They are not clear on what they mean by this at all. They say, "are encouraged."
Big Island's public transportation needs to be addressed. How can the island create better public transportation? They don't explain how they want to help public transportation.
Big Island's infrastructure also needs to be seriously addressed because traffic is increasing monthly without any sign of helping the infrastructure to accommodate the increase in traffic.
How can they help traffic infrastructure with a mountain on one side and a cliff on the other, with many of our roads? They don't offer any ideas.
Drawbacks and Challenges of Transit-Oriented Development https://fifthave.ca/benefits-and-drawbacks-of-transit-oriented-developments/
1. Decreased Affordability and Property Values: The increased demand for housing in TOD areas may lead to rising property values and rental costs, potentially displacing existing low-income residents.
2. Displacement of Marginalized Communities: Gentrification can occur in TOD neighborhoods, pushing out long-time residents and causing social and economic disruptions.
3. Social and Cultural Homogenization: The emphasis on mixed-use developments might inadvertently lead to the homogenization of local cultures and businesses, eroding the unique character of the community.
4. Increased Pressure on Infrastructure: High-density developments can strain existing infrastructure, such as transportation networks, water, and sanitation systems, necessitating costly upgrades.
5. Unequal Distribution of Benefits: Without inclusive planning and involvement of all stakeholders, the benefits of TOD might disproportionately favor certain segments of the population.
General Plan Page 87
13.13 Support master planning by public and private institutions and landowners which emphasize TOD, affordable housing, and mixed-use development.
What is their "Master Plan"? Why should it be supported? Why aren’t they clear on all their plans and ordinances?
Page 89
13.44 The development or designation of new resort areas should complement the character of the area; protect the environment and natural beauty; respect existing lifestyles, cultural practices, and cultural resources; and provideshoreline public access.
The Big Island needs homes for its residents. It does NOT need more resorts because the island is having resource issues with the developments here now, and many more years of already-approved developments have not been completedyet.
Please see this petition: https://www.change.org/p/help-big-island-resources-and-infrastructure-stay-safe-for-all-who-live-here-and-visit
The West Hawai’i Sanitary Landfill, the only remaining landfill on the Big Island, is forecast to reach capacity within the next 20 to 25 years." https://bigislandnow.com/2023/09/17/big-island-now-poll-no-27-results-more-than-one-solution-needed-to-help-extend-life-of-west-hawaii-landfill/
“Hawaiʻi Water Supply Closely Monitored As Severe Drought Continues by Big Island Video Newson Nov 6, 2023 at 3:28 pm STORY SUMMARY HAWAIʻI COUNTY - Officials say a special focus will be placed on the South KohalaWater System, which is more susceptible to drought conditions.” https://www.bigislandvideonews.com/2023/11/06/water-supply-closely-monitored-as-hawai%CA%BBi-under-severe-drought/
HECO issues rolling power outages around Big Island by: Emily Cervantes Posted: Feb 13, 2024 / 05:11 PM HST Updated: Feb 13, 2024 / 09:12 PM HST Hawaiian Electric initiated rolling outages for Big Island after several largegenerators became unavailable and reduced output Tuesday night.”https://www.khon2.com/local-news/heco-releases-conservation-alert-for-big-island/
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13.e Amend Zoning Code to:i. Establish a TOD overlay zone project district with a minimum size of 15 acres.ii. Create a TND overlay zone for existing zoned lands within identified residential and commercial zoning districts.iii. Allow for residential uses in ML and MCX zoning districts.iv. Support innovative uses of alternative energy, agriculture, aquaculture, and others, in MCX zoning district
What exactly does “Establish a TOD overlay zone project district with a minimum size of 15 acres” mean?
What does ML and MCX stand for? These are not in their glossary, and I can't find them in the GP or online.
Page 98
14.1 Support the State Land Use reclassification to Rural in alignment with the General Plan Rural designation.
What is the General Plan Rural Designation?
14.2 Support reclassification/rezoning of appropriate General Plan Rural designated areas where an intermediate land use and a well-defined buffer between Urban and Productive Agricultural areas are consistent with the surroundinguses and rural character.
What is the "reclassification/rezoning of appropriate General Plan Rural designated..."?
They are changing Land Use Titles in the GP and that NEEDS TO BE OPPOSED!
4.4 Rural-style residential-agricultural developments, such as new small-scale rural communities or extensions of existing rural communities, should be incentivized to cluster in appropriate locations.
They want to "cluster" residents because the word "cluster" is used many times in this General Plan. They want to take away our rights to live on private lands and make us live where they choose.
14.b Amend the zoning districts currently listed as Family Agricultural District (FA) and the Residential and Agricultural Districts (RA) to be consistent with the Rural designation and to allow for home occupations that do not negativelyimpact rural character.
Would this mean the county would have the right not to approve homes on "Rural Designated" lands if they feel it can “negatively impact rural character”?
Page 102
15.f Update the Real Property Tax Code for agricultural land uses that result in actual production or other public benefits, such as native forestry and the ecosystem services that result from well managed rangelands.
What does this mean? Will they increase taxes? We need farmers to want to work and afford life without increased taxes.
15.g Amend the Zoning Code to require Plan Approval for commercial open area recreational uses in the Agricultural District.
How do they want to Amend the Zoning Code?
15.i Develop standards and guidelines for buffer areas located adjacent to agricultural lands.
What does this mean? What kind of standards and guidelines do they want to implement?
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16.6 Provide for present traffic and future demands, including the development of mass transit programs for high-growth areas by both the private and public sectors.
How will they do this? Traffic keeps increasing monthly, and the roads are incredibly narrow, with a cliff on one side and a mountain on the other in many different areas all over the island. Where is their plan for this?
Page 111
17.4 Land use applications shall identify as early as possible any existing or potential active living corridors that should be incorporated into the County’s open space network.
Who decides what a living corridor is? Is this the county's way of taking private land areas away?
17.5 Ensure that existing active living corridors that are publicly owned or available by easement are properly identified and that their access elements are secured and documented.b) “Acceptance” by the County of the responsibilities detailed in the grant of easements should require County Council action and a dedicated funding source.
What does b) mean exactly?
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9.2 Increase arterial capacity through prioritization of alternative means of transportation, such as mass transit, bicycle, and pedestrian systems.
What does this mean? What is their plan? How will they make "prioritization of alternative means of transportation"? Will we be fined or something if we don’t follow their “alternative means of transportation”?
19.6 Use traffic demand management to aid in reducing traffic congestion by targeting an increase of active transportation mode share to 10 percent (bicycling, walking, micro-mobility)
What do they mean by "Use traffic demand management to aid in reducing traffic congestion"? Will they somehow limit cars?
19.7 Concurrency reviews should incorporate reduction in vehicle miles traveled to mitigate traffic impacts (e.g. the level of service) and achieve sustainability and demand management goals.
How are they going to “reduce vehicle miles traveled to mitigate traffic impacts”?
19.a Continue to adopt the County Street design manual as the County’s complete street design program/policy.
19.b Amend the County Code to incorporate complete street design.
What is the “County Street design manual”? I don’t see this information in the General Plan.
19.d Identify all roles for interdepartmental collaboration in delivering a truly multimodal transportation system.
A multimodal transportation system consists of more than one source of transportation to get to the destination. So, do they mean we will have to take a bus and our car to get to where we want to go? What do they mean exactly?
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20.e Adopt a Complete Streets ordinance.
What is a "Complete Streets ordinance"?
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22.7 Develop roadway standards to accommodate emerging technology for connected and automated vehicles.
This needs to be opposed because the Big Island has power issues and cannot handle all its current power needs. It does not have extra power to connect many electric vehicles, which will only add to its power issues.
Plus, if there is a big storm and we lose power, those electric cars cannot run, their batteries do not decompose well, and the island needs a new way to take care of rubbish because there is only one landfill on the island. These cars willonly add to the many issues the island already has.
“Hawaii Island is in the enviable position of having a landfill with anywhere from 20 to 100 years of capacity left to take in trash. But the island still wrestles with significant issues like plastic products that are no longer beingrecycled.” https://www.waste360.com/landfill/hawaii-deals-with-burgeoning-waste-management-problem
"Hawaiian Electric is reporting that several large generators on the Big Island are experiencing a range of issues and may lead to the need for rolling outages if supply does not meet demand."https://www.reddit.com/r/BigIsland/comments/1bnuar3/hawaiian_electric_is_reporting_that_several_large/?rdt=52660
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25.5 Encourage the clustering of developments to reduce the cost of providing utilities.
How will "clustering developments" reduce the cost of utilities? We all use the same power whether we live clustered up, like the county wants, or not.
The solution to help power the island is not "clustering" everyone. It is asking homeowners/resorts/vacation rentals to purchase solar panels, use wind turbines, or use other natural ways to create their own power. If everyone steps up, wecan all make good chances together.
This petition offers other solutions https://www.change.org/p/help-big-island-resources-and-infrastructure-stay-safe-for-all-who-live-here-and-visit
25.6 Develop short- and long-range capital improvements programs and plans for public utilities within its jurisdiction that are consistent with the General Plan.
What are " short- and long-range capital improvement programs"?
25.7 Maintain an Asset Management Program aimed at utilizing maintenance plans to prolong the life of our utilities as well as reduce whole-life costs.
What is their “Asset Management Program”?
25.a Develop and adopt an Impact Fees Ordinance to aide in the expansion of public utilities.
What is an "Impact Fees Ordinance"?
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26.5 Ensure the highest quality of water is reserved for the most valuable end-use.
What do they consider “the most valuable end-use” for water?
The Rosewood Resort waters its white coral road to keep the dust down. They use hundreds, if not thousands, of gallons to water their road, even when there are signs to conserve water.
Has the county looked at the resort's wasteful water use? Are the resort's water use more “valuable” than residence use?
Shouldn’t the county have some regulation against wasteful water in the resorts because we are on an island? Why isn’t this in their General Plan?
26.6 Encourage the design of large development projects (200+ units) in the North Kohala, South Kohala, North Kona, South Kona, and Kaʻū Districts to be as water neutral as reasonably possible through water conservation, recharge,and reuse measures to reduce the water footprint.
How can 200+ units be water-neutral?
26.7 Promote best practices in sustainable water collection and use for private water systems.
What does this mean, “for private water systems”? Are they planning private water systems used only by private communities or resorts?
Why hasn’t the county considered new inventions to help the island’s water issues?
For example, inventions that capture grey water to use in toilets https://ecofriend.com/innovative-products-designed-capture-reuse-gray-water.html. I’m sure many new inventions could help the island if they only
start looking for them.
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26.e Maintain the water master plan to consider water yield, present and future demand, alternative sources of water, guidelines, and policies for the issuing of water commitments.
What is their “water master plan”?
26.n Develop water conservation and stormwater management guidelines for commercial, industrial, and residential properties.
What would “management guidelines” be? Would resorts be prioritized over residences?
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27.6 Pollution shall be prevented, abated, and controlled at levels that will protect and preserve public health and well-being through the enforcement of appropriate Federal, State, and County standards
What pollution? What are the Federal, State, and County standards, and how would they enforce them?
Developments pollute nearby water; will new developments be subjected to this? Because developments shouldn’t pollute nearby water and it’s scientifically proven that they do. https://bigislandsupport.com/kbayinfo/
This would be Kamehameha Schools Bungalow Resort Development, and if it goes through, it will pollute Keauhou Bay. Will the county enforce pollution standards on them? They should.
27.7 Ensure municipal wastewater systems serve designated Urban Growth Areas (UGA) with the capacity to accommodate projected population growth.
27.9 Prioritize developing a multipronged approach to wastewater infrastructure funding, including proactively seeking grant funding for wastewater system expansion, improvements, and new development
27.11 Ensure that wastewater systems and improvements are designed and functioning to maximize system efficiencies, prevent accidental leaks or spills, and provide sanitary, reliable wastewater treatment that is not negativelyimpacting natural resources.
They don’t mention the pollution that cesspools are causing daily. People can use many kinds of toilets to stop using cesspools today if only the county would approve this.
Why hasn’t the county considered new inventive toilets to help the wastewater system?
Like the Cinderella Incinerator Toilet to help stop pollution from cesspools and help with the wastewater system? https://cinderellaeco.com/en-us
There are many new inventive toilets these days that can help the island’s wastewater system, and the Cinderella Incinerator Toilet can also help conserve water.
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27.15 Prioritize the use of gray water in areas connected to County water and not connected to County wastewater.
Why doesn’t the county start looking for new inventions to help the island instead of traditional sources when the island’s population is steadily growing and needs new ideas to help? They could start considering using inventions likethese:
https://ecofriend.com/innovative-products-designed-capture-reuse-gray-water.html
https://newsroom.ucla.edu/stories/gray-water-clean-up-yoram-cohen-271642
https://www.greenprophet.com/2015/04/10-inventions-to-save-earths-water/
27.a Prioritize areas where on-site wastewater treatment should be converted to sewer and establish financial tools such as improvement districts to aid in implementation.
27.b Prioritize areas where wastewater treatment facilities are necessary to facilitate future growth and utilize financing tools such as community facilities district (CFD) or tax increment financing (TIF) to aid in implementation.
Big Island‘Acute Problems’ Plaguing Big Island’s Wastewater Treatment Systems Prompt EPA Crackdown https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/04/acute-problems-plaguing-big-islands-wastewater-treatment-systems-prompt-epa-crackdown/
Why doesn’t the county start considering the Cinderella Incinerator toilet or other inventions to help with the wastewater treatment issues, especially when this has been a serious issue for years? https://cinderellaeco.com/en-us
27.i Streamline the sewer connection loan program.
What is this loan program? Is the island going into more debt because of it?
27.j Develop wastewater cost valuation in service fees (similar to the water model fee structure).
27.k Develop a criteria-based infrastructure prioritization tool to develop new or expand existing municipal wastewater systems. Base these priority areas on designated urban growth boundaries, urban zoning and density, populationtrends and anticipated growth, health/safety, and environmental factors
27.l Implement innovative wastewater systems at a cost-effective scale for small communities.
If the county starts considering new inventions and types of waste treatment toilets, like the Cinderella Incinerator Toilet, wastewater treatment costs would be considerably lowered. Why don’t they do this?
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27.p In collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, develop a water resource strategy for efficient agricultural water use and reuse.
Why doesn’t the county start to consider using grey water inventions? https://www.environmental-expert.com/articles/the-power-of-greywater-recycling-a-sustainable-solution-for-the-future-1138822
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28.11 The County shall ensure that golf course developments develop and implement grading and site preparation plans to:
Why is the county still considering more golf courses when the island has water, power, and landfill issues…?
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28.b Conduct a feasibility study to create a County Stormwater Utility before the County reaches MS4 requirements.
28.c Update the DPW Storm Drainage Standards to reflect current data and to incorporate strategies and standards of green infrastructure and low-impact development.
28.d Develop drainage master plans from a watershed perspective that considers non-structural alternatives, minimizes channelization, protects wetlands that serve drainage functions, coordinates the regulation of construction andagricultural operation, and encourages the establishment of floodplains as public greenways.
Why doesn’t the county start looking at new, innovative drainage solutions for the island? https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/90645-innovative-solutions-for-effective-storm-water-management-in-urban-environments
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31.a Create an asset management program.
31.c Develop and adopt an Impact Fees Ordinance to aide in the expansion of County services and facilities.
What would be an “asset management program”?
What is an “Impact Fees Ordinance”? Another regulation?
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33.2 Implement waste stream technology, such as recycling and upcycling and waste-to-energy to reduce the flow of refuse deposited in landfills.
Why doesn’t the county start looking at how countries who have a high population are dealing with their rubbish, to get other ideas that could help the island?
33.9 Ensure that redesign plans for landfill and transfer stations provide adequate space for Resource Recovery (RR) Stations.
33.11 Site new solid waste/resource recovery facilities in appropriate areas that serve the needs of population centers and minimize and mitigate negative impacts on the environment or surrounding neighborhood. 33.12 Reduce illegaldumping and littering.
33.13 Minimize the amount of waste generated by County facilities.
33.a Evaluate and amend the County Code to integrate strategies to maximize landfill diversion and handle materials:
Has the county ever looked into new innovative ways to deal with rubbish:
"Benefits of waste-to-energyWaste-to-energy technology offers an alternative to landfills, providing a cleaner, more efficient way of disposing of waste while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. " https://biotrux.com/what-can-we-use-instead-of-landfills/Different Alternative to landfill https://bettermeetsreality.com/the-different-alternatives-to-landfill-waste-management-options/
Top 29 countries that have been efficient in minimizing waste https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/which-countries-are-the-most-efficient-at-minimising-waste/96037/#:~:text=Switzerland%20have%20100%25%20waste%20recovery%2C%20despite%20being%20in,while%20the%20other%2047%25%20is%20incinerated%20for%20energy
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35.f Update the County of Hawaiʻi Recreation Plan to reflect newly identified recreational priorities.
The county has sent out letters changing private Land Use Titles to recreational land. Does this mean they will be looking for more lands to change their Land Use Titles into recreational lands, thereby taking their property away by notallowing them to pass it down to family or sell it?
Why is it legal for the county to take private lands away from people to give their lands to recreation?
I heard these people would still have to pay the property tax on their land, which the county wants to turn into recreational land, is this going to happen?
35.i Develop best management practices for the development and maintenance of golf courses in collaboration with government, private and nonprofit agencies, and other stakeholders.
Golf courses use a lot of poisons to keep their lands weed-free, and these poisons runoff into the ocean, causing algae blooms and other pollutions. Will the county be addressing this?
35.r Develop and implement a cemeteries master plan for the siting of future cemeteries.
What is their “cemetery master plan”?
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36.b Develop a medical center TOD master plan and rezone it as a Regional Center TOD.
What is the TOD “master plan” and how will they “rezone” it?
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37.3 Prioritize new housing including the missing middle in or near mixed-use developments, urban growth areas with infrastructure, and near existing and proposed transit centers.
37.6 Vacant lands in the urban growth boundary (UGB) should be prioritized for residential and supportive uses before additional agricultural lands outside the UGB are concerted into urban uses
37.c Assess and amend the land use and building regulations and explore fiscal opportunities to support universal design principles and ADA accessibility for more physically accessible housing.
Has the county sincerely looked at Big Island resources?
The island’s resources need to be addressed because many years in the making, developments have been approved to build more homes, and all of the island's resources are having serious issues today.
Before prioritizing even more homes, before the years’ worth of homes that have already been approved have been developed, the island's resources need to be addressed.
Please read this petition that explains Big Island resources:https://www.change.org/p/help-big-island-resources-and-infrastructure-stay-safe-for-all-who-live-here-and-visit
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38.1 Enable data-driven research to support and maintain a housing inventory program that monitors existing housing.
What are they going to monitor, and why? Are they taking our privacy away?
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39.8 Encourage the development of workforce housing within or near urban growth areas and employment centers and require large new developments that create a demand for housing to provide affordable workforce housing.
Resorts on the island hire and bring in people from outside of the country. Then they house them. This takes away homes and jobs from locals. Why doesn’t the county prioritize these jobs and homes for locals? Why don’t the resorts onthe island hire locals who are already here and need jobs and homes?
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42.c Develop and adopt an impact fees ordinance that considers district specific needs and excludes urban core areas where infill is encouraged.
What exactly does this mean? What are “impact fees ordinance” and “infill is encouraged” mean?
42.d Develop a framework for a transition plan for changes in administrative leadership to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of operations.
Why does the county need a “transition plan for changes in administrative leadership”? What does this have to do with the GP. Shouldn’t they already have a plan?
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44.f Partner with business associations, realtors, and the chamber of commerce to recruit small-scale manufacturers to establish retail locations in village and town centers to support reinvestment and match potential tenants with local
landowners.
The shops in Kailua Kona town have trouble staying open because all the private parking lots are overcharging for parking. Why isn’t the county addressing this issue instead of wanting to bring in more businesses that won’t be able tosurvive because private parking is taking a lot of money away from businesses?
The county NEEDS to answer ALL of these questions because they are NOT clear in what they are saying they want to do in their 2045 GP, and this plan CAN NOT go any further UNLESS WE ALL FULLY UNDERSTAND WHATTHEIR PLAN IS!
The county NEEDS to TAKE OUT ALL MENTION OF THE TDR Program because it violates our rights to live how and where we want.
The county NEEDS TO TAKE OUT ALL MENTION OF "Broadband/Smart Grid" and start solving traffic issues, water, power, landfill issues, and because this will cost billions, and add a lot more problems to the Big Island.
I do not understand how to use their map that shows all the changes they want to make on the island and all the Land Use Titles they have changed to private lands. Can you figure out their map and see all their changes?
I have heard the voices of people in person at the meetings who have received letters that state the county wants to change their Land Use Titles in this General Plan. How is changing people’s private Land Use Titles legal? This is notright.
Please look at their map because I was told that the county is changing high-end developers' Land Use Titles so they can develop easily.
Zendo Kern has helped high-end developers many times on the island. This planning director favors developers rather than the preservation of the land and community voices.
For example, 18,554 people signed a petition to Save Punalu’u from development. Hundreds of Hawaiian residents protested the housing project in Punalu’u, and still, “Planning Director Zendo Kern has recommended that thecommission greenlight the development, writing in his 17-page report to the panel that the project will not have any substantial adverse environmental or ecological effect” provided that best management practices are used to mitigateany impacts.
Kern recommended moving ahead without making the developers prepare an updated environmental impact statement or environmental assessment because the project did not meet the criteria set out in state law for such arequirement.”
This man is not for conserving the land, nor does he support community voices.
Please look at the map he is a part of because this man favors high-end developers. If this map changes high-end developers' Land Use Titles to help them develop their land easily, it could be one huge way that he supports thesedevelopers, and this is not right for the island and the community.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/03/hundreds-of-hawaii-island-residents-protest-proposed-housing-project-in-punaluu/
https://www.thepetitionsite.com/854/086/898/residents-who-oppose-the-resort-in-punaluu-ka%C5%AB/
Thank you
Rebecca Melendez
From:Riley Eisenberg
To:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimony
Subject:Revise Hawaii General Plan Testimony
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 7:56:34 PM
Aloha Commissioners, The Big island Plan cannot go through the way it is designed. It is hard to believe any local helpeddesign this plan. Here are some concerns: There is a huge part of the plan dedicated to "Climate Change". However, why do most experts statethere is NO climate danger? Climate Experts Speak Out Against Climate Danger Click Here!The word "Stakeholder," defined in the plan, is written 86 times and literally means anyone in the entireworld can have input on this plan.Please recommend Stakeholder change to the following: "Local Communities”. Local Communities arelocal Big Island farmers, homeowners, renters, organizations, businesses, and individuals who live onBig Island or have property on Big Island that will be personally affected by projects, decisions, oractivities in the general plan. Effective local community engagement and management are crucial forthe success and sustainability of any initiative, as it helps ensure that diverse perspectives and interestsare considered. The OSCER Department in the plan will null and void all public input and leave decisions to unelectedofficials. This is NOT okay! This department should not be created. This is on page 188, 40.8. The Planning Department has sent out letters too many homeowners telling them their land use will bechanged from resident to recreation due to the General Plan 2045. This will drastically lower theirproperty value and opens the door to rezone the area. This is not pono. It breaks the Aloha Spirit law §5-7.5. To reduce someone's property value is not okay. This must be made pono again. There is a huge section on climate change and things that will be affected. This needs to be furtherresearched. There are over 1900 credentialed scientist that say there is no climate danger. Here is thepdf showing the scientist and what country they are from. https://clintel.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WCD-241023.pdf John Coleman, the first weather man for Good MorningAmerica and the Founder of the Weather Channel has gone on CNN and other media outlets stating,"There is no climate danger". He explain the reason for this narrative is the investors, in renewableenergy, want to make these changes. Hilo does not have a Community Development Plan. How can a Big Island General Plan move forwardwithout that? Hilo is 22% of the island. 1.13 under "Increase the biodiversity and resilience of native habitats" reads, "Incentivize private land
management practices that protect and enhance natural resource values and, when appropriate, pursuethe acquisition of lands for the protection of natural resources." "Incentives" mean more taxes."Protection" means more rules. Who's "values" is this plan referring too because it's not the locals?"Pursue the acquisition of lands" does this say they are going to pursing taking people's privateproperty? Again with "protection of natural resources". This plan should be focused on people growingmore food and it is doing the exact opposite! This plan wants to turn land into "conservation". The exact opposite is what is needed for Big Island!We need to turn land into Ag Villages and grow more food! Steve Shropshire, a resident of Papaikou,has created an Ag Villages plan.
Ag Village to add to the General Plan: Papaikou Ag Village Objectives: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_2cb1cc6d604f4cdd971ad40831c745bc.pdf Papaikou SitePlan: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_5e4cdb02efeb46a5ae949a3579aff00d.pdf Papaikou Development: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_c2af52c8b3c645b1a6868a724eee8304.pdf A Hawaiian born Kanaka revised the Collaborative Biocultural Stewardship that is in the plan. You cansee it in the pdf below: PartOne:https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_0a1d5be8f1d140069415f7b691725786.pdfPart Two: https://86fc0cbd-8207-4076-85fa-5a62e4e933b4.usrfiles.com/ugd/86fc0c_ecc498ba192d4a7689ebf31c3681c2ec.pdfHere is a longer revised version of the plan from locals: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_b34739e4c99c461685de4c0207bf286e.pdfThe way this plan is written is very far from what will support our island. Big Island resident and farmer,Riley Eisenberg
From:Sara Steiner
To:LPCtestimony; WPCtestimony
Subject:Hawaii 2054 Plan IS JUNK AND JUST A LAND AND WATER GRAB
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 9:30:12 AM
Dear Planning Departments and Kona Development Committee:
Why can't you have some meetings in the evening or on the weekend for the people who work
constantly to afford to live here. The Smart City and 2045 General Plan plans must not beadopted.
The 2045 plan steals land from everyone who is not in an existing census cluster. The county
plans on only spending money for infrastructure in the census cluster areas and going to ignorethe rest of the island.
You don't get to take my AG10 land and unilaterally change it to "Natural" WITHOUT
COMPENSATION.
You don't get to tell me how much water I can use, or that the County owns my water!
You don't get to ignore all the substandard subdivisions you approved in the "good ol' boydays" because we arn't an urban cluster - we need our taxpayer public roads for economic and
safety reasons and we need priority because you in the cities already have multiple roadsgoing everywhere..
You don't get to tax me more because I happen to live in a rural area and therefore drive more
than you think I should.
Sara Steiner13-430 Pohoiki Road
Pahoa, HI 96778
From:shaylene fahey
To:LPCtestimony
Subject:New Hawaii General Plan
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 6:25:53 PM
To whom it may concern, Please let it be known that I highly oppose this plan as written, just a few points of interest
are, is this plan really in the best interest of the population of Hawaii, it appears that the futureplan will take away our rights as home and property owners and also it appears that the plan
will create more financial hardships on the citizens. Also, this Big Island of Hawaii alreadyhas 80% or more of land owned by the state, county and federal governments so why is more
and more land going to be deemed as Land Preservation and will be off limits to the generalpopulation?!
Thank you for your time.Shaylene Fahey
Volcano Hawaii Resident
Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
From:Silvah N Gould
To:LPCtestimony; WPCtestimony
Subject:GENERAL PLAN 2045 TESTIMONY
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 2:09:32 PM
Aloha Leeward Planning Commission, and Windward Planning Commission,
You’ve heard many passionate testimonies against General Plan 2045, as it is basedon the “Climate Change” hoax, and pleas that it be postponed and revised, ordiscarded altogether. We’ve heard replies that it can’t be thrown out because a lot ofwork went into it. But it is NOT PONO to hold onto something that is in ERROR anddefective. Please seriously consider the evidence you’ve been given that “ClimateChange” due to too many humans and cows farting is a scam by Globalist Elites andthe United Nations, to justify a New World Order or Communist One WorldGovernment. Here is a good documentary on weather modification already indeployment, and the harm it has caused by Michael J. Murphy:
“UNconventional Grey • Geoengineering Climate Change & Chemtrails Documentary”
https://rumble.com/v4ddw3o-unconventional-grey-geoengineering-climate-change-
and-chemtrails-documentar.html
It is “secretive” as we don’t hear “New World Order” explained in the main streammedia nightly news. But this is what a few “Elites” have said (found athttps://www.azquotes.com/):
“Some even believe we (the Rockefeller family) are part of a secret cabal
working against the best interests of the United States, characterizing my
family and me as 'internationalists' and of conspiring with others around the
world to build a more integrated global political and economic structure - one
world, if you will. If that's the charge, I stand guilty, and I am proud of it.”
David Rockefeller (2011) “Memoirs”, p.368, Random House
American Investment Banker
“The drive of the Rockefellers and their allies is to create a one-world
government combining super capitalism and Communism under the same
tent, all under their control.... Do I mean conspiracy? Yes I do. I am convincedthere is such a plot, international in scope, generations old in planning, and
incredibly evil in intent.”
Larry McDonald, Physician and Georgia Congressman 1975 – 83, Anti-
Communist
“Today, America would be outraged if U.N. troops entered Los Angeles to
restore order. Tomorrow they will be grateful! This is especially true if they
were told that there were an outside threat from beyond, whether real orpromulgated, that threatened our very existence. It is then that all peoples of
the world will plead to deliver them from this evil. The one thing every man
fears is the unknown. When presented with this scenario, individual rights
will be willingly relinquished for the guarantee of their well-being granted tothem by the World Government.”
Henry Kissinger, U.S. Secretary of State 1975-77 (in an address to the
Bilderberger organization meeting at Evian, France, on May 21, 1991. As
transcribed from a tape recording made by one of the Swiss delegates.)
All “General Plans” across the U.S. and the World are based on United Nations SDGs
(Sustainable Development Goals). They are a Trojan Horse designed to bring about a
Communist Totalitarian One World Government under the UN at local levels, thus
abolishing national sovereignty. The General Plan 2045 and policies regarding
Climate Change in it, are not for the best interests of the people of Hawaii island, butare for the benefit and profits of “Stakeholders” or outside corporations and investors.
We should not place our trust in the UN. They have failed thus far at preventing
poverty, hunger, and war. Maybe that was never the UN’s true purpose as we’vebeen told, but has been in reality to encourage corruption and conflict = Chaos, and
they will offer us “Order out of Chaos”. They practice the Hegelian Dialectic of
"Problem – Reaction – Solution". Through covert weather manipulation, they create
the PROBLEM of “Climate Change”, and blame Humanity for it. Our REACTION to“Extreme Weather Disasters” is fear, and thus we demand Government solve the
problem; we give them our permission to solve the Problem. The SOLUTION is
Government monitoring and control of everything – all humans, all resources we use -
goods and food, energy and water, or rationing of them, and our behavior, such asrestricting how far we can travel ("Reduced Miles Traveled", as written in GP 2045).
For more about the Hegelian Dialectic, and how the “Climate Change Crisis” is an
example of it, please see this article:
https://colindixon.substack.com/p/the-problem-reaction-solution-paradigm
Mahalo!
From:Hello
To:WPCtestimony; LPCtestimony
Subject:RE: Revise Hawaii General Plan Testimony Here
Date:Monday, January 13, 2025 7:29:43 PM
Aloha Commissioners, The Big island Plan cannot go through the way it is designed. It is hard to believe any local helpeddesign this plan. Here are some concerns: There is a huge part of the plan dedicated to "Climate Change". However, why do most experts statethere is NO climate danger? Climate Experts Speak Out Against Climate Danger Click Here!The word "Stakeholder," defined in the plan, is written 86 times and literally means anyone in the entireworld can have input on this plan.Please recommend Stakeholder change to the following: "Local Communities”. Local Communities arelocal Big Island farmers, homeowners, renters, organizations, businesses, and individuals who live onBig Island or have property on Big Island that will be personally affected by projects, decisions, oractivities in the general plan. Effective local community engagement and management are crucial forthe success and sustainability of any initiative, as it helps ensure that diverse perspectives and interestsare considered. The OSCER Department in the plan will null and void all public input and leave decisions to unelectedofficials. This is NOT okay! This department should not be created. This is on page 188, 40.8. The Planning Department has sent out letters to many homeowners telling them their land use will bechanged from resident to recreation due to the General Plan 2045. This will drastically lower theirproperty value and open the door to rezone the area. This is not pono. It breaks the Aloha Spirit law §5-7.5. To reduce someone's property value is not okay. This must be made pono again. There is a huge section on climate change and things that will be affected. This needs to be furtherresearched. There are over 1900 credentialed scientists that say there is no climate danger. Here is thepdf showing the scientist and what country they are from. https://clintel.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WCD-241023.pdf John Coleman, the first weatherman for Good MorningAmerica and the Founder of the Weather Channel has gone on CNN and other media outlets stating,"There is no climate danger". He explains the reason for this narrative is the investors, in renewableenergy, want to make these changes. Hilo does not have a Community Development Plan. How can a Big Island General Plan move forwardwithout that? Hilo is 22% of the island. 1.13 under "Increase the biodiversity and resilience of native habitats" reads, "Incentivize private landmanagement practices that protect and enhance natural resource values and, when appropriate, pursuethe acquisition of lands for the protection of natural resources." "Incentives" mean more taxes."Protection" means more rules. Who's "values" is this plan referring to because it's not the locals?"Pursue the acquisition of lands" does this say they are going to pursue taking people's private property?Again with "protection of natural resources". This plan should be focused on people growing more foodand it is doing the exact opposite! This plan wants to turn land into "conservation". The exact opposite is what is needed for Big Island!We need to turn land into Ag Villages and grow more food! Steve Shropshire, a resident of Papaikou,has created an Ag Villages plan. Ag Village to add to the General Plan: Papaikou Ag Village Objectives: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_2cb1cc6d604f4cdd971ad40831c745bc.pdf Papaikou SitePlan: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_5e4cdb02efeb46a5ae949a3579aff00d.pdf Papaikou Development:
https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_c2af52c8b3c645b1a6868a724eee8304.pdf A Hawaiian born Kanaka revised the Collaborative Biocultural Stewardship that is in the plan. You cansee it in the pdf below: PartOne:https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_0a1d5be8f1d140069415f7b691725786.pdfPart Two: https://86fc0cbd-8207-4076-85fa-5a62e4e933b4.usrfiles.com/ugd/86fc0c_ecc498ba192d4a7689ebf31c3681c2ec.pdfHere is a longer revised version of the plan from locals: https://www.standtogetherhawaii.com/_files/ugd/86fc0c_b34739e4c99c461685de4c0207bf286e.pdfThe way this plan is written is very far from what will support our island. Please implement changes inthis email before moving forward.
Mahalo,Yuki Klahr