HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOMM. 154 Kurokara, B - Land FundJanuary 20, 2010
Iam fully in support of reinstituting the 2% fund as was voted in by our community. If one takes the
long view based on a sustainable quality of life for our community, one comes to the conclusion that
our FINITE land base and treasured wahi pana (sacred and special places) here on our island is
worth preserving and protecting for generations. Like saving and investing for one's personal future
during up and down economic times, the same strategy applies for our community and its livability
by investing and leveraging a small but meaningful percentage of property taxes towards
preservation of these sacred lands for current and future generations. It is imperative that we act
from this value base rather than the short term perspective i.e. budget crisis based on a fluctuating
economy and likely flawed market economy. Remember the Hawaiian proverb: "The Land is Chief."
If our political representatives and commissioners are in any doubt as to what was passed the first
time, please at least let the voters decide, AGAIN! And this time, follow through and institute the
community's voice.
Mahalo nui loa!
Brad Kurokawa
PO Box 402
Honomu, HI 96728
756-7442
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Brad Kurokawa
P.O. Box 402
Honomu, HI 96728
brad.kurokawa@gmail.com
COMM. 154