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Letter Writing Campaign Tips
Letter Writing Campaign Tips
Use your own words and cover only one issue per letter.
In the first paragraph, ask for the action you want the legislator to take.
Personalize your message by explaining how the issue impacts you, your family, your business, or your community.
Thank the decision-makers for their time and attention.
Ask for a reply! Do this to ensure that your letter is not ignored.
Submit Testimony In Support Of Funding For The Initial Engineering Of Waikōloa’s Second Arterial Road
Submit Testimony In Support Of Funding For The Initial Engineering Of Waikōloa’s Second Arterial Road
TIME SENSITIVE! In-person testimony on May 22nd in Hilo or Waimea. Written testimony must be submitted by noon on May 21st.
Key Points:
Key Points:
Mayor Alameda's FY 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Budget did not include funding for the design and planning of a dedicated second road.
Funding for the arterial road’s design must be included in the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget. Delaying this step risks prolonging the project and endangering residents.
In support of this urgent need, District 9 Council Member James Hustace submitted an amendment for funding to complete the engineering for the final design and cost estimate of a second road in the budget.
The Hawaii County Council will vote to pass or reject the amendment in the coming weeks.
A second arterial access highway is needed to save lives. Immediate action is essential to safeguard residents and ensure timely project completion.
The Council needs to hear our community loud and clear. Your testimony is critical.
"I am testifying in support of Communication 159.41 to amend Bill No. 32, Draft 2."
3 Ways to Testify:
3 Ways to Testify:
1. In-Person (Most Impactful!)
WHERE: Hawaiʻi County Building - 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, HI
WHEN: Thursday, May 22nd, 9:00 AM - until all speakers are heard.
Being there in person shows the Council how urgent this is. Prepare up to three minutes of oral testimony and send a powerful message to the Council!
2. Video Testimony (Waimea Option)
WHERE: Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109
WHEN: Thursday, May 22nd, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A setup will be available for you to testify remotely without needing to drive to Hilo. Almost as good as being there in person!
3. Email Testimony (Still Critical!)
Written testimony must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, to ensure timely delivery to Council Members before the meeting.
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