HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-02-25 Letter to Sylvia Luke and Ty J.K. Cullen HB 558, HD1 Relating to Kekaha Kai State Park
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Wil Okabe
Managing Director
Harry Kim
Mayor
Barbara J. Kossow
Deputy Managing Director
February 25, 2019
Representative Sylvia Luke, Chair
Representative Ty J.K. Cullen, Vice Chair
Committee on Finance
Dear Chair Luke, Vice Chair Cullen, and Committee Members:
RE: HB 558, HD1 Relating to Kekaha Kai State Park
Thank you for this opportunity to testify in support of HB 558, HD1, which would fund lifeguard services
at Kua Bay in Kekaha Kai State Park.
Kua Bay is one of the most beautiful locations in the islands, but its hidden hazards can prove deadly.
It is now easily accessible, so for the sake of locals and visitors alike, a lifeguard at that location is definitely
warranted and would be much appreciated.
Please act favorably on HB 558, HD1, including the recommendations for funding set forth in the WLH
Committee report. Please also consider putting the proposed funding in your House version of the State
budget. The need for these services has been recognized for years, but never seems to quite make the cut.
Respectfully Submitted,
Harry Kim
MAYOR