HomeMy WebLinkAboutComm No 0003.01.33 - Testimony - Ad Hoc - PONC fund and Maintenance fundFrom: Kris Bordessa <kris.bordessa@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, December 6, 2018 2:08 PM
To: Charter Commission
Subject: Please do not cut the land fund!
Aloha Charter Commission members,
Our island's public lands are crucial. And I daresay, they could be a huge asset to our residents and the
tourism industry (thus paying for themselves!) if they were managed properly. Imagine open space that's
accessible to all. We've all seen what becomes of land that's not protected. Maybe not tomorrow, or next week,
but without protection it's inevitable. Let's prevent the "paved paradise" version of Hawaii from happening here.
The land fund is working to preserve Hawaii Islands treasured lands. In addition please keep the covenant which
protects these lands in perpetuity that says:
"This property (or easement) was acquired with money from the Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources
Preservation Fund. It shall be held in perpetuity for the use and enjoyment of the people of Hawai'i County and may not
be sold, mortgaged, traded or transferred in any way."
Mahalo for your kokua to save our treasured places.
Kris Bordessa
Ahualoa
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